For the client who cannot sit upright, the next best position to prevent aspiration during medication administration is:
A. Prone
B. Supine
C. Side-lying
D. Dorsal recumbent
C
C. The side-lying position decreases the risk of aspiration.
A. Swallowing is difficult or impossible in the prone position.
B. There is an increased risk of aspiration when swallowing in the supine position.
D. There is an increased risk of aspiration when swallowing in the dorsal recumbent position.
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