A patient admitted for asthma is weak and tired.Which patient position should the nurse use for patient performance of a peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR)?

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The nurse uses high-Fowler's position to promote optimum lung expansion.Standing for patient performance of PEFR to facilitate chest expansion would be unsafe.Side lying and reclining in a chair for PEFR measurement are not ideal because these positions impair chest expansion.

A Patient Admitted for Asthma Is Weak and Tired