TP LITHOTOMY

• In PLACING CLIENT IN LITHOTOMY POSITION, what is the rationale behind "Place the client on his back. Flexes both knees simultaneously so that the feet are brought close to the hips. Separate the thighs and legs apart, maintaining the flexed position"?

  none
• Lithotomy Position is good for what examination?

  childbirth, rectal examination, and vaginal examination
• In PLACING CLIENT IN LITHOTOMY POSITION, what is the rationale behind "If on examining table, the hips should be in line with the edge of the table and feet supported in stirrups?"


  provides better visualization of the perineal are during examination
• In PLACING CLIENT IN LITHOTOMY POSITION, what is the rationale behind "Cover the patient's legs and body"?

  Prevents unnecessary exposure of body parts