On entering the room of the patient who has just returned from surgery for a total laryngectomy and radical neck dissection,the nurse recognizes a need for intervention upon making which one of the following observations?

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After a total laryngectomy and radical neck dissection, it's crucial to maintain an open airway and prevent aspiration. Positioning the patient in a lateral position with the head of the bed flat could compromise the airway, especially soon after surgery, making intervention necessary to adjust the patient's position to ensure airway patency and facilitate drainage.

On Entering the Room of the Patient Who Has Just