The nurse prepares a patient with a left-sided pleural effusion for a thoracentesis. How should the nurse position the patient?
A) High-Fowler's position with the left arm extended
B) Supine with the head of the bed elevated 30 degrees
C) On the right side with the left arm extended above the head
D) Sitting upright with the arms supported on an over bed table
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