You are called to a nursing home for an 85-year-old patient complaining of abdominal pain.The patient has a history of dementia and cannot describe the pain to you.The nurse states the patient has n vomiting dark coffee ground emesis for about an hour.His blood pressure is 90/40,pulse 100,and respiratory rate of 24.In what position should you transport the patient?

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Semi-Fowler's position is appropriate for this patient because it helps facilitate breathing and can reduce the risk of aspiration, especially important given the patient's history of vomiting.

You Are Called to a Nursing Home for an 85-Year-Old