NSG 6001 Final Exam Study Guide 2024
NSG 6001 Final Exam Study Guide 2024 High fowler's position and benefits HOB elevated 90 degrees. -This position is ideal for excretion. This is also useful to help the patient's breathing. -facilitates proper eating and swallowing of food. -easier for x-rays to be taken. Prone position and benefits Because this position can cause hyperextension of the lower back, difficulty breathing d/t pressure on the chest, & foot drop, it is not a position you'll use often. -It increases oxygenation in most patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) Right/left lateral recumbent and benefits? This position helps relieve pressure on the sacrum and is especially useful for patients who are on bed rest & spend a lot of time supine or in Fowler's position
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