A client in preterm labor is to receive a tocolytic medication, and bedrest is prescribed. which position should the nurse suggest that the client maintain while on bedrest?

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Alexey Lindberg · Answer 1 · 2018-12-08T22:29:51+0000

The nurse should suggest to the patient that she should maintain a LATERAL position. Lateral positioning means that the patient is lying on her side, it can be on the right side or the left side. This position is a good position for someone who is experiencing premature labour.

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