A health care provider orders the nurse to place a patient in Fowler's position. The nurse should elevate the head of the patient's bed:

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Fowler's position is arranged by elevating the head of the bed 60 to 90 degrees. Semi-Fowler's position is an elevation of 30 to 60 degrees, and low Fowler's is an elevation of 15 to 30 degrees. Unless contraindicated, the knees can be raised 10 to 15 degrees in these positions.

A Health Care Provider Orders the Nurse to Place a Patient