semi-Fowler's position

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[-fou′lərz]

Etymology: L, semi, half; George R. Fowler, American surgeon, 1848-1906

placement of the patient in an inclined position, with the upper half of the body raised by elevating the head of the bed approximately 30 degrees.

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