The nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a patient who has an upper extremity amputation. The nurse understands that this can be more debilitating than a lower extremity amputation due to which of the following?
a. The upper extremity is more visible.
b. There is greater blood supply to the upper extremity.
c. The upper extremity is more specialized.
d. Prosthetic fitting is easier for the leg.
ANS: C
Upper extremity amputations are usually more significant than lower extremity amputations as the arms and hands are necessary for performing activities of daily living.
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