Positions in the Medical Office Crossword

Also known as the standing erect position
Patient lies on the exam table on back with legs straight and arms at sides of body or raised above head
Patient lies on stomach face down, hands at sides or under head
Patient lies on back with legs flexed
Patient lies on left side with right knee drawn up to the waist level
also known as Sim's position
Patient sits up either at a 45 degree angle, or at a 90 degree angle
Patient kneels with body weight resting on exam table on elbow and forearms
Patient lies on back with feet elevated slightly
Also known as Trendelenburg position
semi-sitting position with legs bent at the knees and supported, or patient lies over a table with head down and waist bent
Patient lies on back with feet supported in stirrups (foot holders) and knees bent
Used to cover the patient and give privacy