A client with an above-the-knee amputation asks the nurse why he has a prosthesis so soon after surgery. The nurse explains that the advantage of immediate prosthesis fitting postamputation is:
A)
client's ability to ambulate sooner.
B)
less frequent dressing changes.
C)
better fit of the prosthesis.
D)
decreased chance of phantom limb sensation or pain.
A
Explanation:
A)
This allows limited weight bearing within 24 to 48 hours of surgery. It does not alter the need to do dressing changes or reduce phantom limb pain. Additional adjustments to the prosthesis will be made once healing of the stump has occurred.
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B)
This allows limited weight bearing within 24 to 48 hours of surgery. It does not alter the need to do dressing changes or reduce phantom limb pain. Additional adjustments to the prosthesis will be made once healing of the stump has occurred.
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Planning
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
C)
This allows limited weight bearing within 24 to 48 hours of surgery. It does not alter the need to do dressing changes or reduce phantom limb pain. Additional adjustments to the prosthesis will be made once healing of the stump has occurred.
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Planning
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
D)
This allows limited weight bearing within 24 to 48 hours of surgery. It does not alter the need to do dressing changes or reduce phantom limb pain. Additional adjustments to the prosthesis will be made once healing of the stump has occurred.
Comprehension
Planning
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
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