The nurse has been teaching a student how to perform mouth care in an unconscious patient. The student will show evidence of learning if the student places the patient in which position for this care?

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The side-lying position is recommended for performing mouth care on an unconscious patient to prevent aspiration of fluids. This position allows fluids to drain out of the mouth rather than back into the throat or airway.

The Nurse Has Been Teaching a Student How to Perform