A nurse is caring for a client who suddenly begins to have respiratory difficulty. In what position would the nurse place the client to facilitate respirations?
A) Supine
B) Prone
C) High-Fowler's
D) Dorsal recumbent

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High-Fowler's position would facilitate respirations by allowing the client to sit upright and expand their chest, which can help to increase oxygenation. Supine and dorsal recumbent positions could potentially worsen respiratory distress, and prone position would not facilitate breathing.

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