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To Provide Correct Body Alignment for a Physically Immobile Patient

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To provide correct body alignment for a physically immobile patient in bed in the supine position, the nurse:


A) uses trochanter rolls between the patient's legs to prevent inward rotation.
B) places a large pillow behind the patient's head and neck to hyperflex the neck.
C) raises the head and knees to maintain as much flexion of the hips and knees as possible.
D) uses a footboard or places high top sneakers on the patient's feet to maintain dorsiflexion.

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