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Which is the best examination position for a complete geriatric physical examination on a weak patient with bilateral basilar pneumonia?
 
  a. Prone position
  b. Sims' position
  c. Supine position
  d. Lateral recumbent
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This is the most normally relaxed position. It will not compromise the patient's breathing because it is likely compromised with pneumonia. If the patient becomes short of breath easily, raise the head of the bed. This position would be easiest for an elderly weak person to get into position for an examination. Lateral recumbent and prone positions cause respiratory difficulty for any patient with respiratory difficulties. Sims' position is used for assessment of the rectum and the vagina.
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