You have been called to an assisted living facility to transport a patient who has been vomiting continuously for 6 hours. She is responsive to verbal stimuli. The patient has both arthritis and severe kyphosis. How should you transport this patient on the stretcher?
A) Semi-Fowler's position
B) Left lateral recumbent position
C) Secured to a long spine board
D) Prone with her head turned to the side
B) Left lateral recumbent position
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