NREMT Paramedic

Category - Medical

When transporting a pregnant patient, she should always be placed in what position?
  1. Right lateral recumbent
  2. Left lateral recumbent
  3. Fowler’s position
  4. Trendelenburg position
Explanation
Answer: B - Left recumbent position is ideal in order to allow the patient to keep weight off the vena cava.
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