NURC Exam 2 Questions with
Complete Solutions4
What are the rules for ambulating? - ANSWERS-use correct body mechanics, use gait belt,
request help if needed, allow the person to "dangle" for the specified amount of time
What are the six positions of residents in bed? - ANSWERS--supine
-prone
-lateral
-Fowlers
-trendelenburg
-sims
What is the supine position? - ANSWERS-lying flat in bed
What is the prone position? - ANSWERS-lying on belly
What is the lateral position? - ANSWERS-lying on side
What is Fowler's position? - ANSWERS-Sitting with head 80-90% elevated
What is the Trendelenburg position? - ANSWERS-entire bed is tilted with head of bed lower than
foot of the bed
What is the reverse trendelenburg position? - ANSWERS-entire bed is tilted with the *foot of
bed lower* than head of bed
Complete Solutions4
What are the rules for ambulating? - ANSWERS-use correct body mechanics, use gait belt,
request help if needed, allow the person to "dangle" for the specified amount of time
What are the six positions of residents in bed? - ANSWERS--supine
-prone
-lateral
-Fowlers
-trendelenburg
-sims
What is the supine position? - ANSWERS-lying flat in bed
What is the prone position? - ANSWERS-lying on belly
What is the lateral position? - ANSWERS-lying on side
What is Fowler's position? - ANSWERS-Sitting with head 80-90% elevated
What is the Trendelenburg position? - ANSWERS-entire bed is tilted with head of bed lower than
foot of the bed
What is the reverse trendelenburg position? - ANSWERS-entire bed is tilted with the *foot of
bed lower* than head of bed