Definition of dorsal recumbent?

Answer:
Back lying position, the client's head and shoulders are slightly elevated on a small pillow and is used to provide comfort and facilitate healing following certain surgeries or anaesthetics.
what is the purpose of dorsal examinaton position in physical examination?
to determine if a person isfaking a sciatic nerve problem
Dorsal Recumbency is lying on the back.

Dorsal = Back
Recumbent = lying down
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