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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Medical

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Which body position is also known as recovery position?

Prone
Supine
Superior
Lateral recumbent
Anterior

Explanation

Answer: D - Recovery position is also referred to as lateral recumbent position. The patient is on his/her left or right side. If a patient is unresponsive and you do not suspect spine or neck injury, recovery position is appropriate for maintaining an open and clear airway. The term supine refers to the body positioned lying face up. The term prone refers to a body positioned face down.

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