Fowler’s Position Explained: Low, Semi and High Fowler’s on a Hospital Bed

Fowler’s position on a hospital bed with an elevated backrest.

Fowler’s position means sitting in bed with the head raised. Commonly cited angles are about 15 to 30 degrees for low Fowler’s, 30 to 45 degrees for semi-Fowler’s, 45 to 60 degrees for Fowler’s and 60 to 90 degrees for high Fowler’s. The position is used for eating, breathing comfort, reflux and recovery. Raising the […]

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