Body Mechanics and Ergonomics for Patients Answers

A patient is scheduled for a procedure involving the rectal area. The nurse has asked the patient to lie on his left side and draw his right knee to his chest. Which position is described?

A patient is asked to lie facedown so the doctor can examine her spine. Which position is described?

Use the drop-down tool to select the correct position.The position requires a specialized table and can cause physical complications.A patient lying facedown with the knees drawn up to be vertically aligned with the hips has been placed in the position.

The position is likely to be used for a pregnant patient who is trying to change the position of a fetus.The position requires the patient lie facedown while the head and feet are dropped and the hips are flexed and pointed toward the ceiling.