Mrs.Winston,72 years old,is one day post-operative from an appendectomy.How would the RN position her for maximum aeration of her lungs?

A) Prone
B) Supine
C) Semi Fowlers
D) Left lateral

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Mrs.Winston,72 years old,is one day post-operative from an appendectomy.How would the RN position her for maximum aeration of her lungs?A) ProneB) SupineC) Semi FowlersD) Left lateral

Mercyhoney George · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Semi Fowlers position allows for maximum aeration of lungs and is the optimal position for post-operative patients. Prone position may cause respiratory compromise, Supine position can cause aspiration, and Left lateral position may not allow for maximum aeration.

Mrs.Winston,72 years old,is one day post-operative from an appendectomy.How would the RN position her for maximum aeration of her lungs?

A) Prone
B) Supine
C) Semi Fowlers
D) Left lateral

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