The Lateral Kidney Position Allows Approach to the Retroperitoneal Area

Multiple Choice

The lateral kidney position allows approach to the retroperitoneal area of the flank.To render the kidney region readily accessible,the ___ is raised,and the bed flexed so that the area between the twelfth rib and the iliac crest is elevated.Compression of the can occur when the flank is raised too high.

A) head;vena cava
B) foot;dependant ureter
C) kidney bridge;vena cava
D) kidney bridge;renal artery