To reduce the risk of aspiration, the patient's upper body is elevated to a ____-degree angle during the feeding.

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Elevating the upper body to a 30 to 45-degree angle is recommended to reduce the risk of aspiration during feeding. This position helps to keep the food and liquid from flowing back into the trachea and lungs. Elevating the head higher than 45 degrees may cause discomfort, while elevating less than 30 degrees may not provide enough protection against aspiration.

To Reduce the Risk of Aspiration, the Patient's Upper Body