Chapter 3: Sim's and Fowler's

Question 1

What is the Sims’ Position?

Answer 1

Patient lies on their left side with top leg bent sharply and lower leg bent slightly.

Question 2

The Sims’ Position is used for?

Answer 2

Rectal exams and procedures (colonoscopy and administering an enema).

Question 3

What is Fowler’s Position?

Answer 3

Patient is supported by the back of the examination table raised to either 45 degrees or 90 degrees.

Question 4

Fowler’s Position is comfortable for patient who?

Answer 4

Have trouble breathing or back pain and allows examination of the front of the body.