Positional Terms Flashcards
1
Q
Supine
A
Lying on the back
2
Q
Prone
A
Lying facedown.
3
Q
Lateral Recumbent
A
Lying on the side. Also called Recovery position.
4
Q
Fowler
A
A sitting position, usually 45°-60° angle. Legs may be straight or bent. If leaning back in a semi-sitting position, sometimes called semi-Fowler.
