While Fowler's position offers the best respiratory excursion for the patient,the patient is at higher risk for ____________________ because of dependent pooling in the hips and legs.

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This position poses significant circulatory compromises and risks.Blood pooling occurs in the lower torso and legs,which in turn causes significant orthostatic hypotension and diminished perfusion to the brain.Venous return from the lower extremities also lessens,and such hindrance increases the threat of venous thrombosis.

While Fowler's Position Offers the Best Respiratory Excursion for the Patient,the