Any patient with difficulty breathing should be placed in a ____ position to improve lung expansion.

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The high-Fowler's position, in which the patient is sitting upright with the head and torso raised to a 90-degree angle, is the best choice to improve lung expansion in a patient with difficulty breathing. This position allows gravity to assist in the movement of the diaphragm and chest wall, making it easier for the patient to breathe. The seated position can also be helpful, but not as effective as the high-Fowler's position. The supine and prone positions should be avoided as they can worsen difficulty breathing.

Any Patient with Difficulty Breathing Should Be Placed in a ____