Which describes Fowler's position?

• A. Lying on back with legs straight.
• B. Side-lying with pillow between legs.
• C. Fowler's position (high 60-90 degrees; semi-Fowler's 30-45 degrees).
• D. Prone position.

Answer: (C)

Fowler's position is an elevated sitting posture with the head and trunk raised. High Fowler's means about 60–90 degrees of elevation, while semi-Fowler's is about 30–45 degrees. The description given matches this upright, head-and-tork elevation, so it’s the correct way to describe Fowler's position. This differs from lying flat on the back with legs extended (supine), lying on the side with a pillow between the knees (side-lying), or lying face down (prone). Fowler's is commonly used to ease breathing, improve chest expansion, and assist with feeding or comfort when elevation helps.