The nurse is preparing to place a client with COPD in the orthopneic bed position and will place what item in front of this client that is necessary to maintain this position?
A)Wheelchair
B)Stationary chair
C)Over the bed table
D)Client's urinal

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The orthopneic position is used to relieve dyspnea (difficulty breathing) by allowing maximum expansion of the chest. In this position, the client leans forward over an added surface, such as an over-the-bed table, which supports the arms and head, facilitating easier breathing. This is particularly beneficial for clients with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease).

The Nurse Is Preparing to Place a Client with COPD