A client with acute pancreatitis is complaining of severe abdominal pain. The nurse would teach the client to avoid which of the following positions to alleviate the pain?
  1. Lying supine on the bed
  2. Flexing the left leg
  3. Sitting up on the bed
  4. Leaning forward
Explanation
Answer: A - Lying supine in bed and walking can aggravate the pain associated with acute pancreatitis. Therefore, these positions must be avoided. Flexing the legs, sitting up, or leaning forward can alleviate the pain.
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