CNA Bed Positions

Fowler's position

a semi-sitting position, the head of the bed raised 45-60 degrees

reverse Trendelenburg's position

foot lowered, head raised

Trendelenburg's position

head of the bed lowered, foot raised

semi-Fowler's position

head raised 30 degrees, or head raised 30 and knees raised 15 degrees

Sim's position

left side-lying, upper leg flexed, lower arm behind

supine/dorsal recumbent position

lying down flat

prone position

lying on abdomen with head turned to one side

lateral position

lying on one side

high Fowler's position

semi-sitting, head is raised 60-90 degrees