Basic Care and Comfort NCLEX RN Nursing Practice Question

The nurse is teaching a group of nursing students about proper client positioning. Which statement by a student nurse indicates an understanding of proper positioning?

A. A client receiving an enema should be placed on the right side in the Sims' position. B. A client with a below-the-knee amputation should be positioned with the affected limb elevated at a 45-degree angle. C. Clients with pulmonary edema should be positioned upright with the legs dangling over the side of the bed. D. Clients with a craniotomy should be positioned with the head of bed at a 20-degree angle with the head in a neutral, midline position. Back to Exams

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Upright positioning with legs dangling (C) reduces preload in pulmonary edema. Enemas use left Sims' position (A), amputation stumps are elevated briefly (B), and craniotomy positioning is 30-45 degrees (D).

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