Which position is lying face down?

Which position is lying face down?

• A. Supine: lying on back
• B. Prone: lying face down
• C. Fowler: semi-reclining
• D. Recovery position

Answer: (B)

Prone is the term for lying face down. It contrasts with supine, which means lying on the back with the face upward. Fowler's position is a semi-reclined posture with the upper body elevated, and the recovery position is a side-lying posture used to keep the airway clear in an unconscious person. So, the description of lying face down corresponds to prone.

Prone is the term for lying face down. It contrasts with supine, which means lying on the back with the face upward. Fowler's position is a semi-reclined posture with the upper body elevated, and the recovery position is a side-lying posture used to keep the airway clear in an unconscious person. So, the description of lying face down corresponds to prone.