Which Position
Mr. Sherick has COVID-19. This is the best position to improve respiratory status in patients with respiratory conditions.
What is prone?
Lateral position
The student is on their left or right side with the top arm and leg can be placed in a flexed position in any range that is comfortable to the resident
In the supine position, these pieces of equipment are used to support ankles and keep heels floated off the bed.
What are foam boots?
Mrs. Dunn is pregnant. This is the best position for her to be in to increase blood flow to the fetus.
What is lateral?
The student is lying flat on their back.
In the prone position, pillows should be placed here to relieve pressure.
What is underneath the shins?
Mr. Dougherty has a feeding tube. This position is best for him because it keeps his head above a 30-degree angle.
Prone position
The student is placed on their stomach with their head turned to one side.
When a patient is in the lateral position, supports should be placed here to keep the patient from rolling to the supine position.
What is behind the back?
Mr. Grose needs an enema. This is the position that he must be in.
What is Sims’?
Sims' position
The student is always placed on their left side and their left arm is placed behind the body.
What is behind the body?
Mrs. Yoder is ready for her afternoon nap. She asks to be put in this position, the most common sleeping position.
What is supine?
Fowler's position
The student is lying on their back with their head elevated between 30 and 90 degrees.
Fowler’s position increases the risk of friction and shear on the _____ and ____ muscles as the client slides down in bed.
What are coccyx and gluteal?