Asked by Nouran Ashour on Sep 28, 2024

The nurse is caring for a patient who needs to be placed in the prone position. Which action will the nurse take?

A) Place pillow under the patient's abdomen after turning.
B) Turn head toward one side with large, soft pillow.
C) Position legs flat against bed.
D) Raise head of bed to 45 degrees.

Prone Position

A body position where one lies flat with the chest down and the back up, often used in medical treatment or exercises.

Pillow Placement

The strategic arrangement of pillows to support body parts for comfort, alignment, or therapeutic reasons, such as reducing strain or improving sleep quality.

Head Position

The orientation or angle of the head in relation to the body, which can affect breathing, swallowing, and posture.

  • Examine the differences between normal and atypical body postures and their importance in the treatment of patients.