The nurse is caring for a 10-year-old with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. As part of the plan of care, the nurse focuses on maintaining his cardiopulmonary function. Which intervention would the nurse implement to best promote maximum chest expansion?

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Upright positioning helps promote maximum chest expansion by allowing the diaphragm to move more freely and improving lung capacity, which is crucial for maintaining cardiopulmonary function in patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

The Nurse Is Caring for a 10-Year-Old with Duchenne Muscular