The proper position of a resident is essential to avoid possible injuries. Who is a resident? In healthcare, the term "resident" is used to refer to: People staying at a health facility to receive treatment (patient). Doctors in training. Why is proper position important? In general proper position is important to avoid injuries. Indeed, having an inappropriate body position puts pressure on structures such as ligaments or muscles, which could lead to injuries. This means proper positions is important for residents to avoid injuries, this applies both to residents as patients, as well as, the doctors in training.