Asked by Katlynne Walter on Jun 12, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a female victim of rape.To perform the proper evaluation,the nurse should place the patient in which of the following positions?
A) Sitting.
B) Dorsal recumbent.
C) Lithotomy.
D) Knee-chest.
Dorsal Recumbent
A body position where the patient lies on their back with the legs bent at the knees, often used for abdominal and pelvic examinations.
Lithotomy Position
A medical position used during examinations or procedures where the patient lies on their back with hips and knees flexed and thighs apart.
Rape
A heinous crime involving the non-consensual sexual intercourse or penetration carried out against an individual without their permission.
- Ascertain relevant physical examination methods according to the age, condition, and symptoms exhibited by the patient.
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Learning Objectives
- Ascertain relevant physical examination methods according to the age, condition, and symptoms exhibited by the patient.
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