The nurse is caring for a client with pulmonary edema who is short of breath and coughing pink tinged sputum. Which position should the nurse place the client to ease respiratory distress?

A) Incorrect- The left lateral position might not provide enough lung expansion for a client in respiratory distress. B) Incorrect- Reverse Trendelenburg (head of bed elevated, foot of bed lowered) might not provide enough lung expansion and could exacerbate respiratory distress. C) Correct- The High-Fowler's position, where the client is sitting upright at a 90-degree angle or as upright as tolerated, helps to improve lung expansion, reduce pressure on the diaphragm, and promote optimal oxygenation. This position is commonly used for clients with respiratory distress. D) Incorrect- The supine position may worsen pulmonary congestion and compromise lung expansion in clients with pulmonary edema.