Which positioning device does the nurse place to prevent the patient from experiencing an external rotation of the legs?
A)A foot board
B)A blanket roll
C)A set of stirrups
D)A trochanter roll

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A trochanter roll is specifically used to prevent the external rotation of the legs by providing support along the lateral aspect of the thigh, thus maintaining proper alignment and preventing the legs from rolling outward.

Which Positioning Device Does the Nurse Place to Prevent the Patient