Surgical Positions / Uses Flashcards
1
Q
Supine
A
- anesthesia starts in this position
- abdominal/extremity surgery
2
Q
Lithotomy
A
- vaginal
- rectal
- perineal
- safety strap not used*
3
Q
Trendelenburg
A
- treat shock
- lower abdominal cases
- raise feet first*
4
Q
Reverse Trendelenburg
A
-thyroid cases
5
Q
Jackknife kraske
A
-pilonidal cyst
6
Q
Fowlers Position
A
-surgery of face head and neck
7
Q
Beach Chair
A
-shoulder surgery
