Question

In which of the position is a resident if he is lying flat on his back with head and shoulders supported by a pillow?

a) lateral
b) Sim's
c) supine
d) prone

Answer 1

The correct position when a resident is lying flat on their back with head and shoulders elevated by a pillow is called the supine position.

Step-by-step explanation:

If a resident is lying flat on their back with head and shoulders supported by a pillow, the position is known as supine. This orientation is characterized by the person's face and torso facing upward. In contrast, a prone position denotes lying face-down, whereas a lateral position refers to lying on one's side, and Sim's position involves lying on the side with the lower arm behind the back and the upper thigh flexed.