Question

Which of these procedures and/or conditions is *improperly* paired with the preferred patient positioning?

Accepted Answer

A patient post lumbar puncture/spinal tap should be in left or right lateral decubitus.

Answer

A patient undergoing a tube feeding should be in semi-Fowlers.

Answer

A patient with hypovolemic shock should be in trendelenburg.

Answer

A patient receiving an enema should be in Sims.

Question 15 - Reduction of Risk Potential Practice Test for the NCLEX-RN Exam