Which Team Member is Responsible for Safely Positioning the Patient? A Guide to Surgical Team Roles
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According to research published on the National Institutes of Health's website, improper patient positioning can lead to serious injuries, including nerve damage and pressure ulcers. This critical task is not the sole responsibility of one individual, but a collaborative effort by the entire surgical team, all of whom share in the goal of safely positioning the patient while optimizing surgical access.
