Positioning

Question 1

Lithotomy position

Answer 1

Bring both legs down at same time to prevent hypotension

Question 2

Arterial Disease

Answer 2

Keep extremities in dependent position (lower than level of heart), not raised or horizontal

Question 3

Rose position and risks

Answer 3

Supine with neck hyperextended
- Overstretching of brachial plexus
- Compression of the cardiac sinus (potential bradycardia and hypotension)
- Spinal cord injury such as central cord syndrome