A medical assistant is preparing a patient for an EKG. The assistant should assist the patient into which of the following positions?
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The question is about the correct position a medical assistant should assist a patient into for an EKG. It requires knowledge of medical positioning for procedures.
Answer
Supine
The final answer is supine.
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The final answer is supine.
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The supine position is the standard for performing an EKG as it allows for optimal placement of electrodes on the patient's chest.
Tips
A common mistake is to confuse the semi-Fowler's position with supine. If a patient has difficulty lying flat, semi-Fowler's can be an alternative.
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