The recovery room nurse places the client in the lateral Sims position on admission to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) because this position
a. allows the tongue to fall forward.
b. discourages thrombophlebitis.
c. helps stabilize blood pressure.
d. prevents abdominal distention.
A
The lateral Sims position allows the tongue to fall forward to prevent it from falling backward and interfering with respiration. This position also allows mucus and vomitus to drain out, pre-venting aspiration.
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