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Prone
Prone (/proʊn/), from the Latin word pronus, meaning "bent forward", is a term used in medicine and health sciences to describe a body position where the individual lies flat with chest down and back up.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /proʊn/
Etymology
The term "prone" originates from the Latin word pronus, which means "bent forward" or "inclining to". It was first used in the English language in the 14th century.
Related Terms
- Supine position: The opposite of prone position, where the individual lies flat with chest up and back down.
- Decubitus: A medical term for the position of a patient who is lying down. It can be further specified as prone decubitus, supine decubitus, etc.
- Prone ventilation: A ventilation strategy used in intensive care to improve oxygenation in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).
- Prone bridge: An exercise position where the person is in a prone position supporting their weight on their toes and forearms.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Prone
- Wikipedia's article - Prone
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