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Which is a possible complication of being in the lithotomy position?


A) Mitral valve prolapse
B) Hearing loss
C) Compartment syndrome
D) Carpal tunnel syndrome

E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

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What surgical staff person gives the approval that it is alright to move a patient to or from the OR table?


A) Circulator
B) Surgeon
C) First assistant
D) Anesthesia provider

E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

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When positioning a patient on the OR bed in lithotomy position,the patient's arms and hands should be placed on the chest to prevent pressure ulcers from forming on the wrist.

A) True
B) False

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