What is a potential adverse effect of the placement of a small bolster behind the knees of a supine patient?
A) Quadriceps and hip extensor contractures
B) Erector spinae and ankle dorsiflexor contractures
C) Iliopsoas and hamstring contractures
D) Hip adductor and extensor contractures

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A small pillow or bolster can be placed behind the knees to relieve lumbar lordosis and promote comfort in the supine patient.However,this position should not be maintained for a prolonged period because the item behind the knees will encourage hip and knee flexion and may contribute to lower extremity contractures of the iliopsoas (hip flexor)and hamstring (knee flexor)muscles.

What Is a Potential Adverse Effect of the Placement of a Small