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Which position describes a person lying on their back?

  1. Fowler's position

  2. Lateral position

  3. Prone position

  4. Supine position

The correct answer is: Supine position

A person lying on their back is in supine position. Fowler's position (A) is when a person sits up at a 45-60 degree angle. Lateral position (B) is when a person is lying on their side. Prone position (C) is when a person is lying face down. Supine position (D) is when a person is lying on their back. So, among the options given, only supine position accurately describes the person lying on their back.