The 80-year-old man with diabetes has had vascular problems with his feet and lower legs for 10 years and is scheduled for a left below-knee amputation. The remark by the patient that indicates an understanding of the procedure is:
1. "I am glad this amputation will end my diabetic problems."
2. "After they have hacked my leg, I won't be able to drive."
3. "If this heals well, how long until I get a prosthesis?"
4. "I hate that my left knee is going to be useless without a foot."
3
Only this answer indicates that the patient realizes the extent of the surgery.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 933
OBJ: 4 TOP: Amputation KEY: Nursing Process Step: Evaluation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity
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