A nurse is assessing pressure points in a patient placed in the Sims' position. Which areas will the nurse observe?
A) Chin, elbow, hips
B) Ileum, clavicle, knees
C) Shoulder, anterior iliac spine, ankles
D) Occipital region of the head, coccyx, heels

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In the Sims' position pressure points include the ileum, humerus, clavicle, knees, and ankles. The lateral position pressure points include the ear, shoulder, anterior iliac spine, and ankles. The prone position pressure points include the chin, elbows, female breasts, hips, knees, and toes. Supine position pressure points include the occipital region of the head, vertebrae, coccyx, elbows, and heels.

A Nurse Is Assessing Pressure Points in a Patient Placed