What patient position can compromise the respiratory function, due to the limited chest excursion that may result?
a. Sitting
b. Semi-Fowler
c. Beach chair
d. Lithotomy
ANS: D
When in lithotomy position, lung compliance is decreased by pressure of the thighs on the abdomen, which hinders the descent of the diaphragm.
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