Maryland Geriatric Nursing Aide (GNA) Practice Exam 2026 - Free GNA Practice Questions and Study Guide

The situation described is Sims position. It involves lying on the left side with the upper leg bent at the hip and knee (the knee drawn up toward the chest). This position helps with rectal procedures, such as enemas or suppositories, and can also aid drainage and comfort. Lying on the back is a supine position, lying on the abdomen is prone, and sitting up with the head of the bed elevated is Fowler's position.