decubitus
pronunciation
How to pronounce decubitus in British English:
UK [dɪ'kju:bɪtəs]
How to pronounce decubitus in American English:
US [dɪ'kjubətəs]
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- Noun:
- a reclining position (as in a bed)
Word Origin
- decubitus (n.)
- 1866, Modern Latin, from Latin decumbere "to lie down," from de- (see de-) + cumbere (see succumb).
Example
- 1. What is a decubitus ulcer ?
- 2. Pressure sores are also called bedsores , pressure ulcers and decubitus ulcers .
- 3. Application of preventive intervention nursing on the synteresis of decubitus of orthopaedics patients lying in bed .
- 4. Indicated for care and cleaning of the skin on patients with decubitus ulcer after prolonged bed rest .
- 5. The contoured shape assures enhanced positioning of the user and effectively provides an even weight distribution across the surface of the cushion while allowing an increased supply of blood necessary for tissue maintenance and decubitus prevention .