The nurse is providing care for a patient who is recovering in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU).Given that the patient is restricted to the supine position,which intervention provides the patient with adequate chest expansion?
A)Keeping the bed flat during recovery
B)Positioning the patient's hands over his chest
C)Flexing the neck and turning the head to the side
D)Extending the neck and turning the head to the side

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If the patient is restricted to a supine position,elevate the head of the bed approximately 10 to 15 degrees,extend the neck,and turn the head to the side.Never position the patient with his hands over his chest (reduces chest expansion).

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