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What type of damage can result from poor patient positioning?
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Nerve damage
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What two most common claims of nerve damage?
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Ulnar
Brachial plexus |
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Pronation of the forearm can cause:
How can one avoid this? |
External compression of the ulnar nerve in the cubital tunnel.
Supination or arm can help to avoid this. |
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Brachial plexus injury can be caused by?
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Excessive arm abduction, excess neck rotation, and/or compression btw 1st rib and clavicle.
Should avoid abducting more than 90 degrees. Arms should not be hung down. |
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What does Dorsal decubitus mean and what is its proper positioning?
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AKA supine position.
Legs uncrossed and arms secured at sides or on armboards. |
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What is ventral decubitus?
What is the proper position for it? |
Prone position.
Pt begins in supine position, then log-rolled onto abdomen after anesthetized. Arms at sides or on armboards. |
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Uses for Lateral decubitus:
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Surgery on chest or lungs
On kidneys Hip surgery |
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Proper positioning of lateral decubitus includes:
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Head support
Axillary roll Pillows Strap Leg support |
