Chapter 3: Lithotomy and Dorsal Recumbent

Question 1

What is the Lithotomy Position?

Answer 1

Patient lies on their back with their knees bent and buttocks close to the bottom edge of the exam table.

Question 2

Where does the heel of each foot go when the patient is in Lithotomy Position?

Answer 2

in a stirrup attached to the end of the table.

Question 3

What does Drape Sheet should cover?

Answer 3

The chest to over the knees and pillow should be placed under the head.

Question 4

The Lithotomy Position is used for?

Answer 4

Pelvic and rectal examination.

Question 5

What is the Dorsal Recumbent Position?

Answer 5

Patient is flat on their back, knees bent and feet flat on exam table.

Question 6

The Dorsal Recumbent position is used to examine?

Answer 6

The head, neck, and abdomen.

Question 7

The Dorsal Recumbent Position is used to examine the pelvis and rectum of patients who cannot assume what position?

Answer 7

Lithotomy Position.

Question 8

What type of medical procedures are performed in the Dorsal Recumbent Position?

Answer 8

Urinary Catheterization.