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The dorsal (or supine) position means to lie on one's back. The lithotomy position is where the patient has his/her feet elevated above the hips and sometimes above the head depending on the procedure, in stirrups. This is the most common position for childbirth and pelvic exams. It's also historically known as the position for removing stones from the abdomen.
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Are terms used to describe the body position when it is not in anatomical position?
dorsal and ventral,posterior and anterior
What are the two anatomical terms that apply to the backside of the body in the anatomical position?
Posterior and Dorsal
What protects the nervous system?
The Dorsal
Is the sternum posterior to the vertebral column?
dorsal means being behind in position of so yes it is dorsal to the sternum
Which directional term best describe the position of the phalanges with respect to the carpals?
Distal
Which position is used for gynecologic examinations?
That position is called as 'Lithotomy position'.
Are terms used to describe the body position when it is not in anatomical position?
dorsal and ventral,posterior and anterior
How is a patient positioned for a Pap smear?
Your placed on a normal doctor bed they lay back a little. You lay flat on your back and they place each leg in a stirrup so your legs are open enough for them to do their job, its very quick and easy. It doesnt hurtt just a bit uncomfortable.
What is the name of the position used for a pelvic exam?
That position is called as 'Lithotomy position'.
What support is used for the feet in the lithotomy position?
A stirrup
Which examination position is used for obstetric examinations?
Normally, the first one to come to mind is dorsal lithotomy, which is used for the pelvic exam, but the patient will also be seated and supine at various times during the check-up.
What examination position that has the patient in a supine position with the feet and legs supported in stirrups is the?
It is called the lithotomy position
Which position should a patient assume for a pelvic exam?
For a pelvic exam, the patient typically lies on their back with their feet in stirrups for ease of access by the healthcare provider. They may be asked to bend their knees and relax their legs in the stirrups during the exam.
What is dorsal position?
The dorsum is medical terminology for the back. Hence, the dorsal position is lying on your back.
What is the lithotomy position?
Patient is lying on back with the feet and legs raised and supported in stirrups
What position would a patient lay in for a back examination?
Prone Position: the patient is lying on the belly with the face down. The arms maybe placed under the head for comfort. This position is used for the examination and treatment of the back and buttocks.
Position with head elevated and knees flexed?
If you mean as when a woman is giving birth or during pelvic examination, it's referred to as the lithotomy position.
