You are assisting a patient with deep-breathing and coughing exercises. For these exercises the person can be positioned in the following ways except
A) Fowler's position
B) Semi-Fowler's position
C) Sitting on the side of the bed
D) Orthopneic position

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The orthopneic position is not ideal for deep-breathing and coughing exercises as it is a position primarily used for respiratory distress. The other positions listed (Fowler's, Semi-Fowler's, and sitting on the side of the bed) are all appropriate for these exercises.

You Are Assisting a Patient with Deep-Breathing and Coughing Exercises