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What is the Best Position for a Patient in Respiratory Distress?

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    Prone positioning is generally used for patients who require a ventilator (breathing machine). Prone positioning may be beneficial for several reasons:  In the supine position, the lungs are compressed by the heart and abdominal organs.

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