Posted: February 8th, 2018

Supratentorial craniotomy : 5 Best positions to safely place the client

The nurse is caring for a client after a supratentorial craniotomy in which a large tumor was removed from the left side.

Choose the positions in which the nurse can safely place the client. Select all that apply.

1. On the left side
2. With the neck flexed
3. Supine on the left side
4. With extreme hip flexion
5. In a semi-Fowler’s position
6. With the head in a midline position