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 causes significant orthostatic hypotension and diminished perfusion to the brain.Venous return from the lower extremities is impeded and such hindrance causes increased risk of VTE.SCDs or antiembolic stockings are used to support venous return.

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