The nurse is caring for a patient who needs to be placed in the prone position. Which action will the nurse take?
a. Place pillow under the patient's abdomen after turning.
b. Turn head toward one side with large, soft pillow.
c. Position legs flat against bed.
d. Raise head of bed to 45 degrees.
ANS: A
Placing a pillow under the patient's abdomen after turning decreases hyperextension of lumbar vertebrae and strain on lower back; breathing may also be enhanced. Head is turned toward one side with a small pillow to reduce flexion or hyperextension of cervical vertebrae. Legs should be supported with pillows to elevate toes and prevent footdrop. Forty-five degrees is the position for Fowler's position; prone is on the stomach.
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