Which Position Is Most Likely to Place the Greatest Pressure

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which position is most likely to place the greatest pressure on the inferior vena cava, thereby hindering the return of venous blood from the lower limb (causing swelling) ?

• A) person lying in the supine position
• B) person lying in the prone position
• C) person with his/her neck hyperextended
• D) person with his/her ankle in dorsiflexion

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