Client Positioning in Physical Assessment

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What is the characteristic of the Trendelenburg position?

  • The bed is in a straight horizontal line
  • The head of the bed is lowered and the foot is raised (correct)
  • The bed is in a reverse incline
  • The foot of the bed is lowered and the head is raised

What happens to the head of the bed in the Trendelenburg position?

  • It is raised
  • It is lowered (correct)
  • It is tilted
  • It is kept level

What is the shape of the incline in the Trendelenburg position?

  • Straight (correct)
  • Curve
  • Reverse curve
  • Angle

What happens to the foot of the bed in the Trendelenburg position?

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What is the position of the bed in the Trendelenburg position?

<p>Straight incline (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the direction of the bed in the Trendelenburg position?

<p>Downwards (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect on the head of the bed in the Trendelenburg position?

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What is the characteristic of the bed in the Trendelenburg position?

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What happens to the foot of the bed relative to the head in the Trendelenburg position?

<p>It is higher (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the orientation of the bed in the Trendelenburg position?

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Study Notes

Client Positioning in Physical Assessment

  • Multiple positions are required during physical assessment to prevent muscle discomfort, undue pressure, and damage to superficial nerves and blood vessels.

Supine Position

  • The client lies on their back, either in bed or on a table, with their head supported.
  • This position facilitates respiration by allowing maximum chest expansion, particularly helpful for clients with exhalation problems.

Prone Position

  • The client lies on their abdomen with their head turned to one side.
  • This position promotes drainage from the mouth and is useful for unconscious clients or those recovering from mouth or throat surgery.

Lateral Position (Side-lying)

  • The client lies on one side of their body.

Trendelenburg Position

  • The head of the bed is lowered and the foot is raised in a straight incline.

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