Supine position
Supine Position
The Supine Position (pronounced soo-pine) is a term used in Anatomy and Medical Procedures to describe a position of the body: lying down with the face up, as opposed to the Prone Position where the face is down.
Etymology
The term "supine" comes from the Latin word "supinus" which means "lying on the back". The term was first used in English in the 15th century.
Description
In the supine position, the patient is lying on their back with the face and torso facing up. This position is commonly used in medical examinations, surgical procedures, and for patients who are bedridden or have difficulty breathing.
Related Terms
- Prone Position: A position where the patient lies flat with the chest down and the back up.
- Lateral Recumbent Position: A position where the patient lies on their side.
- Fowler's Position: A position where the patient is seated in a semi-sitting position (45-60 degrees) and may have knees either bent or straight.
- Trendelenburg Position: A position where the patient's body is laid flat on the back with the feet higher than the head by 15-30 degrees.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Supine position
- Wikipedia's article - Supine position
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