You have been called to an assisted living facility to transport a patient who has been vomiting continuously for 6 hours. She is responsive to verbal stimuli. The patient suffers from arthritis and severe kyphosis. How should you transport this patient on the stretcher?

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The left lateral recumbent position helps prevent aspiration in a vomiting patient and is suitable for someone with kyphosis, as it avoids putting pressure on the spine.

You Have Been Called to an Assisted Living Facility to Transport