Examination Positions

Question 1

Supine

Answer 1

Patient lays on back with arms to sides

Question 2

Dorsal recumbent

Answer 2

Patient lies on back with knees bent and feet flat

Question 3

Lithotomy

Answer 3

Patient on back with butt at edge of table legs elevated feet in stirrups

Question 4

Sims

Answer 4

Patient lies on left side with legs flexed left arm resting behind body right arm at chest

Question 5

Prone

Answer 5

Patient lies on stomach

Question 6

Fowlers

Answer 6

Patient lies face up with upper body elevated 45 to 90 degrees

Question 7

Semi fowlers

Answer 7

Same as fowlers but 30-45 degree