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When assisting a client with oral hygiene, what is the best position to prevent aspiration in a client who is unconscious or has difficulty swallowing?
A side-lying position with the head turned allows fluids to drain out of the mouth, reducing the risk of aspiration into the lungs for clients who cannot protec
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Question: When assisting a client with oral hygiene, what is the best position to prevent aspiration in a client who is unconscious or has difficulty swallowing?
Answer options: ✅ Side-lying position with head turned to the side.
- Supine position with head elevated.
- Sitting upright in a chair.
- Trendelenburg position.
Correct answer: Side-lying position with head turned to the side.
Explanation: A side-lying position with the head turned allows fluids to drain out of the mouth, reducing the risk of aspiration into the lungs for clients who cannot protect their airway.
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