A patient presents with symptoms of abruptio placentae. To facilitate uterine-placental perfusion, in what position would the nurse place the patient?
a. Prone position
b. Trendelenburg position
c. Supine position
d. Modified side-lying position
ANS: D
A modified side-lying position facilitates uterine-placental perfusion.
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