ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
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A nurse is caring for a patient who is postoperative following a lumbar laminectomy. Which of the following positions should the nurse encourage? Which position should the nurse encourage post-lumbar laminectomy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Side-lying with knees bent. This position helps to reduce pressure on the surgical site, promotes proper alignment of the spine, and reduces the risk of complications such as nerve compression. Supine with knees flexed (
A) may cause excessive pressure on the surgical site. Prone with a pillow under the abdomen (
B) can increase strain on the back. High Fowler's with legs elevated (
D) may increase pressure on the surgical site and hinder proper spine alignment.
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