1. The practice of changing body position or location at regular intervals to prevent pressure sores, muscle atrophy, or discomfort
Alternating positioning is essential for bedridden patients to prevent pressure ulcers.
O posicionamento alternado é essencial para pacientes acamados para prevenir úlceras de pressão.
2. In engineering or design, the systematic arrangement of components or elements in alternating positions
The alternating positioning of support beams increases structural stability.
O posicionamento alternado das vigas de suporte aumenta a estabilidade estrutural.