Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Full-length
On a mother's 2nd postpartum day after having a vaginal delivery, the RN is preparing to assess her perineum and anus as part of her daily assessment. The best position for the client to be placed in for this assessment is:
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The Sims' position allows optimal exposure of the perineum and anus for assessment by raising the upper buttocks.