The nurse is assisting with an amniocentesis, and prepares the woman by positioning her:
1. In the lithotomy position.
2. In the left Sims' position.
3. Supine with a wedge under the right hip.
4. Prone with a wedge under the left hip.
3
Rationale: The woman is positioned supine with a wedge under the right hip to displace the weight to the left side in order to promote improved blood flow and prevent supine hypotension
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