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Decubitus

Noun

Sense 1: A pressure sore or ulcer that develops on the skin or underlying tissue due to prolonged pressure on the affected area.

Sample Sentence: The nurse regularly checks the patient's body for signs of decubitus.

Noun

Sense 2: The position of a patient lying down in a medical or surgical setting.

Sample Sentence: The doctor adjusted the decubitus of the patient before starting the procedure.

Adjective

Sense 1: Relating to or marked by being in a reclining or lying down position.

Sample Sentence: Patients with limited mobility often require decubitus bed positions to prevent pressure ulcers.

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