Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
decubito
Noun
/ˈdɛkjʊbɪtoʊ/
Definition
The position of a person lying down, especially in a medical context.
Examples
- The patient’s decubito was carefully monitored during the examination.
- In a supine decubito, the individual lies flat on their back.
- Proper decubito is essential for effective respiratory therapy.
Meaning
Decubito refers to the posture or position an individual assumes when lying horizontally on a surface. It is often used in healthcare settings to describe patients’ positions for treatment and examination.
Synonyms
- Position
- Posture
- Recumbency