Patient Positioning

What is the Supine position used for?

• Sleeping

• Spinal surgery

• Heart procedures

• C-section

Which position is helpful for patients with respiratory problems like ARDS and COVID-19?

• Supine position

• Prone position

• Dorsal recumbent position

• Lateral position

What is the main difference between the Supine position and the Dorsal recumbent position?

• Legs are extended in Supine position

• Legs are flexed in Dorsal recumbent position

• Head is elevated in Supine position

• Head is elevated in Dorsal recumbent position

Which position is commonly used during vaginal procedures and surgeries related to the genital urinary system?

• Supine position

• Prone position

• Dorsal recumbent position

• Lithotomy position

What is the Sims position used for?

• Foley catheter insertion

• Enemas

• Sleeping

• All of the above

When is the Lateral position beneficial?

• During seizures

• During unconsciousness

• During surgeries with drainage

• All of the above

Which Fowler's position is helpful for patients with increased intracranial pressure?

• Low Fowler's position

• Semi Fowler's position

• Fowler's position

• High Fowler's position

What is the main purpose of the Trendelenburg position?

• Decrease blood flow during head and neck surgeries

• Increase blood pressure in hypotensive patients

• Prevent aspiration during GI feedings

• Improve hemodynamic status

Which position is useful for central venous catheter line placement and pelvic surgeries?

• Trendelenburg position

• Reverse Trendelenburg position

• Modified Trendelenburg position

• Supine position

What is the potential benefit of the Modified Trendelenburg position?

• Increase venous return

• Decrease intracranial pressure

• Prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia

• Improve lung status