Which potential pressure point does the nurse relieve by assisting the client to the lateral position?

Question

1. Symphysis pubis
2. Ischial tuberosities
3. Greater trochanters
4. Occipital prominence

Answer 1

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4. The nurse positions the client in the lateral position to prevent pressure on the back of the client's skull.
1. The client exerts pressure on the symphysis pubis in the prone position.
2 and 3. The nurse assists the client to the supine position to avoid pressure on the ischial tuberosities and the greater trochanters.