Patient CareQuestion 24 of 100
A patient is scheduled for a sigmoidoscopy. Which position will the provider most likely request?
a.Knee-chest or Sims' position
b.Semi-Fowler's position
c.Lithotomy position with stirrups
d.Trendelenburg position
Explanation
Sigmoidoscopy requires access to the rectum and lower colon, which the knee-chest or left Sims' position provides. Semi-Fowler's is a sitting position used for respiratory comfort and upper body exams. Lithotomy is used for pelvic exams and Trendelenburg for shock or certain abdominal procedures, neither of which exposes the rectal area well.
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