The nurse is caring for a client recovering from a left above the knee amputation. What should be included when documenting care provided to this client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Level of pain
2. Condition of the stump
3. Appetite after anesthesia
4. Client's feelings about prosthesis
5. Client's response to the amputation
Answer: 1, 2, 4, 5
1. The nurse should document the nature and amount of pain.
2. The nurse should document the condition of the stump.
3. The client's appetite after anesthesia does not necessarily need to be documented.
4. The nurse should document the client's feelings about prosthesis.
5. The nurse should document the client's response to the amputation.
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