Common Surgical Positions Flashcards

1
Q

Fowler

A

Sitting with back positioned at a 45° angle

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2
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Lateral Recumbent

A

Lying on either the left or right side

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3
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Lithotomy

A

Lying face up with hips and knees bent at 90° angles

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4
Q

Prone

A

Lying horizontal and face down

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5
Q

Supine

A

Lying horizontal and face up; also called ‘dorsal recumbent’

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6
Q

Trendelenburg

A

Lying face up and on an incline with head lower than legs

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