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Melani1276

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on: Jul 18, 2018
What position is a patient placed in for gynecology and urinary procedures?
 
  a. Supine
  b. Prone
  c. Lateral
  d. Lithotomy

Question 2

What determines which method of removing the prostate will be used?
 
  a. Size of the prostate
  b. Type of anesthesia
  c. Age of the patient
  d. Type of hospital


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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
A patient is placed into the lithotomy position with the knees resting in padded knee supports or stirrups. Care must be taken to avoid pressure on the popliteal space.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
A suprapubic or retropubic prostatectomy is performed if the prostate is more than 50 g. A TURP is performed if the prostate is less than 50 g.


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