The correct position for the postoperative child who has had a cataract removed from the right eye is the _____ position
a. Supine
b. Prone
c. Knee-chest
d. Right lateral Sims
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A To prevent edema and pressure on the operative site, the nurse should elevate the
head of the bed slightly and avoid placing the child in a dependent position.
B The prone position is a dependent position, which is contraindicated after
cataract surgery.
C The knee-chest position is contraindicated after cataract surgery.
D The right lateral Sims position increases pressure on the operative site.
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