Apatient has copd and the medical record states that the patient was in tripod positioning. what is the tripod position? a. the patient leans forward and supports the upper body with hands on knees or on another surface. b. the patient lies flat on the left side with knees bent and hands outstretched. c. the patient kneels while leaning forward and supporting the lower body on the floor. d. the patient exhales air through pursed lips.