Placing an asthmatic client in orthopneic position can alleviate dyspnea. To accomplish this, you should:
A)Position the head of bed at a90° angle.
B)Help the client sit up and lean over a table with a pillow.
C)Instruct the client to hyper extend the neck while on high back rest.
D)Place the client on high back rest with a pillow on the back.

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Clients with difficulty breathing often prefer sitting up and leaning over a table to breathe. This is called orthopneic position. Pace a pillow on the table to increase the client's comfort.

Placing an Asthmatic Client in Orthopneic Position Can Alleviate Dyspnea