Question

quiz: lesson 6 - the physical examination
the patient is lying face down in which of the following positions?
select one:
○ a. supine
○ b: prone
○ c. sims
○ d. dorsal recumbent

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option a (Supine): Lying on the back (face up), so incorrect.
• Option b (Prone): Defined as lying face down, which matches the description.
• Option c (Sims): A lateral position (side - lying), not face down.
• Option d (Dorsal recumbent): Similar to supine (back - lying with knees bent), incorrect.

Answer:

b. Prone