A patient is in the intensive care unit after abdominal surgery.The surgeon is concerned about a possible perforated bowel.The patient cannot stand or sit.Which of the following positions will best demonstrate any possible intra-abdominal free air?

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The left lateral decubitus position is best for demonstrating free air in the abdomen when the patient cannot stand or sit, as it allows air to rise and be visualized against the liver on an X-ray.

A Patient Is in the Intensive Care Unit After Abdominal