Your Patient Is a 69-Year-Old Man Who Had a Stroke

Your patient is a 69-year-old man who had a stroke affecting his left side. Which of the following pillow placements would be most appropriate for the supine patient to prevent a contracture commonly associated with increased tone following a stroke?

A) Tuck a pillow under the outer aspect of the left side to prevent left hip abduction and external rotation.
B) Place a pillow under his knees to relieve pressure on his heels.
C) Place a pillow under his left shoulder blade to promote scapular protraction.
D) Tuck a pillow under his pelvis on the right side.