A patient who underwent a bowel resection to correct diverticula suffered irreparable nerve damage. During the case review, the team is determining if incorrect positioning may have contributed to the patient's nerve damage
What surgical position places the patient at highest risk for nerve damage?
A) Trendelenburg
B) Prone
C) Dorsal recumbent
D) Lithotomy
Ans: A
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Shoulder braces must be well padded to prevent irreparable nerve injury, especially when the Trendelenburg position is necessary. The other listed positions are less likely to cause nerve injury.
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