To Provide Correct Body Alignment for a Physically Immobile Patient

question 18

Multiple Choice

To provide correct body alignment for a physically immobile patient in bed in the supine position, the nurse:

• A) uses trochanter rolls between the patient's legs to prevent inward rotation.
• B) places a large pillow behind the patient's head and neck to hyperflex the neck.
• C) raises the head and knees to maintain as much flexion of the hips and knees as possible.
• D) uses a footboard or places high top sneakers on the patient's feet to maintain dorsiflexion.

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