A Patient Has Suffered an Abdominal Evisceration

question 27

Multiple Choice

A patient has suffered an abdominal evisceration. There is no evidence of spinal injury. How should you place the patient on the stretcher?

• A) Prone, to maintain pressure on the abdomen
• B) Semi-Fowler's, to promote adequate breathing
• C) Lateral recumbent with legs extended
• D) Supine, with knees flexed to his chest

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