decubitus

• Substantiv, das die liegende oder halb liegende Körperposition bezeichnet, zum Beispiel im Bett, häufig im medizinischen Kontext verwendet.

A noun referring to a reclining or lying-down position, such as in a bed, often used in medical contexts.

1. Reclining positionC1formalmedical

   A posture or position of lying down, especially in a bed.

   Liegende Position

   • The patient was placed in a lateral decubitus position for the procedure.
   • Prolonged decubitus can lead to pressure ulcers.
   • The doctor recommended changing decubitus every two hours.

   Synonymereclining