Which of the following positions maximizes the nurse's ability to assess the patient's upper body for symmetry?
a. Sitting
b. Supine
c. Prone
d. Dorsal recumbent
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A Sitting upright provides full expansion of lungs and provides better visualization of symmetry of upper body parts.
B The supine position maximizes the nurse's ability to assess pulse sites.
C The prone position is used only to assess extension of the hip joint.
D The dorsal recumbent position is used for abdominal assessment because it promotes relaxation of abdominal muscles.
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