Prolonged Lithotomy Positioning Can Result in Neuropathies of the Legs

Multiple Choice

Prolonged lithotomy positioning can result in neuropathies of the legs.The most frequently injured nerves are the obturator,sciatic,femoral,and _ nerve,which can result in injury from __.

A) tibial;hyperextension
B) common peroneal;full leg sequential compression wraps
C) iliopsoas;hyperabduction and contact with candy cane stirrup pole
D) patellar;deep tissue injury from contact pressure with underside of Mayo stand