Asked by Shayla Truong on Jul 19, 2024
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If a patient is uncomfortable lying flat on the examining table for an ECG test, he can be placed in the ____.
A) prone position
B) supine position
C) Fowler's position
D) Sims' position
E) proctologic position
Examining Table
A table designed for patients to lie or sit on during a medical examination or treatment procedure.
ECG Test
A diagnostic tool that records the electrical activity of the heart and is used to detect heart problems.
Fowler's Position
A semi-sitting position used in medical settings where the patient is typically on their back at a 45-60 degree incline to facilitate breathing or for other therapeutic reasons.
- Recognize the significance of patient positioning and its impact on test outcomes.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the significance of patient positioning and its impact on test outcomes.
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