The position in which the nurse should place the client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease who is short of breath is tripod position, leaning on an overbid table.
The chronic inflammatory lung disease known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease restricts airflow from the lungs. Wheezing, coughing up mucus (sputum), and breathing difficulties are among the warning signs and symptoms. COPD has no known cure, but treatment can help control symptoms and decrease the disease's progression.
The tripod position encourages one to open up chest and lower the diaphragm to lessen breathlessness. When someone who is having respiratory discomfort leans forward while sitting, resting their arms on their knees or on something else, like a table it can lessen breathlessness.
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