APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Standard Fowler’s position, also known as sitting position, is typically used for neurosurgery and shoulder surgeries. The bed angle is between 45 degrees and 60 degrees. The legs of the patient may be straight or slightly bent. This position is often used for head, chest, and shoulder surgeries.

Detailed explanation-2: -Fowler’s position, also known as semi-sitting position, is a bed position wherein the head of the bed is elevated 45 to 60 degrees. Variations of Fowler’s position include low Fowler’s (15 to 30 degrees), semi-Fowler’s (30 to 45 degrees), and high Fowler’s (nearly vertical).

Detailed explanation-3: -Fowler’s position: This is the most common position for patient resting comfortably, whether in-patient or in the emergency department. In this position, the patient’s knees are either straight or slightly bent and the head of the bed is angled between 45 and 60 degrees.

Detailed explanation-4: -Fowler’s Position The Fowler’s position is often referred to as the semi-sitting position, with the head of the bed elevated like a beach chair. The standard elevation for the Fowler’s position is between 45 and 60 degrees, although low Fowler’s and semi-Fowler’s each use slightly smaller angles.