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Lithotomy position is a modificaiton of what position?
The lithotomy position is a modification of the dorsal recumbent position, where the patient lies on their back with hips and knees flexed, and legs supported in stirrups.
Which position is used for gynecologic examinations?
That position is called as 'Lithotomy position'.
What is the name of the position used for a pelvic exam?
That position is called as 'Lithotomy position'.
What is the rationale of the lithotomy position when patients buttocks place to the edge of the table?
Placing the patient's buttocks at the edge of the table in lithotomy position allows for optimal exposure of the perineal area. This position provides better access for procedures such as childbirth, gynecological exams, or surgery on the genitals. It also allows the healthcare provider to maintain proper ergonomics during the procedure.
What examination position that has the patient in a supine position with the feet and legs supported in stirrups is the?
It is called the lithotomy position
Is cor pulmonale related to COPD?
85% of patients diagnosed with cor pulmonale have COPD
What is the lithotomy position?
Patient is lying on back with the feet and legs raised and supported in stirrups
Does tidal volume increase when COPD patients exercise?
NO
How is a patient positioned for a Pap smear?
Your placed on a normal doctor bed they lay back a little. You lay flat on your back and they place each leg in a stirrup so your legs are open enough for them to do their job, its very quick and easy. It doesnt hurtt just a bit uncomfortable.
Position with head elevated and knees flexed?
If you mean as when a woman is giving birth or during pelvic examination, it's referred to as the lithotomy position.
The examination position that has the patient in a supine position with the feet and legs supported in stirrups is the what?
This position is usually used for pelvic examinations and examinations involving OB-gyne cases.
What surgical procedures can be done in the lithotomy position?
The lithotomy position is a medical term referring to a common position for surgical procedures and medical examinations involving the pelvis and lower abdomen. References to the position have been found in some of the oldest known medical documents including versions of the Hippocratic oath (see lithotomy); the position is named after the ancient surgical procedure for removing kidney stones, gall stones and bladder stones via the perineum. The position is perhaps most recognizable as the 'often used' position for childbirth: the patient is laid on the back with knees bent, positioned above the hips, and spread apart through the use of stirrups.
