recumbency
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A. Normal recumbency on the table with pillow supporting the head.
From Bronchoscopy and Esophagoscopy A Manual of Peroral Endoscopy and Laryngeal Surgery by Chevalier Jackson
The standing position is not often maintained, the patient seeking relief in recumbency.
From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Charles B. Michener
Give me, in robe or jacket, a hookah, or German arrangement, Chinese recumbency in matted and moistened veranda, and the odors of fresh growing beds of flowers wafted by the southern breeze.
From Tobacco; Its History, Varieties, Culture, Manufacture and Commerce by E. R. Billings
As to enforced recumbency I doubt the propriety of insisting on it in the majority of cases, for I think the patient usually assumes whatever position gives most comfort.
From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Charles B. Michener
Even in cases of enforced recumbency, he ofttimes takes advantage of the first opportunity and gets upon his feet, doggedly remaining there until again laid upon his side.
From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Charles B. Michener
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