A patient is having low back pain. What position can the nurse suggest to relieve this discomfort?
a) Prone, with a pillow under the shoulders
b) Supine, with the knees slightly flexed and the head of the bed elevated 30 degrees
c) High-Fowler's to allow for maximum hip flexion
d) Supine, with the bed flat and a firm mattress in place
Answer: b) Supine, with the knees slightly flexed and the head of the bed elevated 30 degrees
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