Prolonged Lithotomy Positioning Can Result in Neuropathies of the Legs

question 5

Multiple Choice

Prolonged lithotomy positioning can result in neuropathies of the legs.The most frequently injured nerves are the obturator,sciatic,femoral,and _____________ nerves,which can result in injury from ______________.

• A) tibial; hyperextension
• B) common peroneal; full leg pneumatic compression sleeves
• C) iliopsoas; hyperabduction and contact with candy cane stirrup pole
• D) patellar; deep tissue injury from contact pressure with underside of Mayo stand

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