positions Flashcards
1
Q
supine
A
flat sleeping position
2
Q
semi-fowler
A
HOB raised 30-60 degrees (eating)
3
Q
high-fowler
A
HOB raised 90 degrees
4
Q
trendelenberg
A
bed tilts with feet up head down
5
Q
reverse trendelenberg
A
bed tilts with feet down
6
Q
knee-chest
A
head down ass up; used for suppositories and prostate exams
7
Q
dorsal recumbent
A
laying flat with knees raised; for perineal care
8
Q
prone
A
laying face flat
9
Q
lithotomy
A
laying flat but feet are held up with stirrups
10
Q
left or right SIMS
A
play dead position
11
Q
left or right lateral
A
laying on side