A Patient with a Herniated Intravertebral Disk Undergoes a Laminectomy

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient with a herniated intravertebral disk undergoes a laminectomy and discectomy. Following the surgery, the nurse should position the patient on the side by

• A) instructing the patient to move the legs before turning the rest of the body.
• B) having the patient turn by grasping the side rails and pulling the shoulders over.
• C) placing a pillow between the patient's legs and turning the entire body as a unit.
• D) turning the patient's head and shoulders first, followed by the hips, legs, and feet.