Which item is used in positioning patients?

• A. Pillows
• B. Computers
• C. Telephones
• D. Socks

Answer: (A)

Positioning patients relies on supports that maintain body alignment, reduce pressure points, and promote comfort and safety. Pillows are the most versatile positioning aid because they can be placed exactly where support is needed. Placing a pillow under the head keeps the neck in a neutral position and the spine aligned. A pillow under the knees or calves reduces lumbar stress and improves circulation. When a patient lies on the side, a pillow between the legs helps keep hips stacked and prevents knee and hip rotation. A pillow behind the back or along the torso can stabilize a position and prevent rolling. Because pillows are adjustable, breathable, and easy to mold to individual bodies, they’re the go-to tool for achieving and maintaining proper positioning.

Other items like computers, telephones, and socks don’t provide the required structural support or pressure relief needed for positioning the patient.