You are explaining a flexible scope procedure to a patient. For a flexible scope procedure, in which position should the nurse place the patient?
A) In a dorsal knee–chest position
B) Lying on the stomach with legs drawn toward the chest
C) Lying on the left side with legs drawn toward the chest
D) In a prone position with two pillows elevating the legs
Ans: C
Feedback: For best visualization during the procedure, the nurse should position the patient lying on the left side with legs drawn toward the chest. A knee–chest position, lying on the stomach with legs drawn to the chest, and a prone position with two pillows elevating the legs do not allow for the best visualization.
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