RN 200 Week 5 Hw: Amputation 100%
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What is the purpose of a stump shrinker in post-amputation care?
✔✔A stump shrinker helps reduce swelling and shape the residual limb to prepare it for a
prosthesis.
How should a nurse assess for signs of impaired circulation in the residual limb after an
amputation?
✔✔Assess for signs of impaired circulation by checking for changes in skin color, temperature,
and capillary refill time in the residual limb.
What are the main considerations when fitting a patient for a prosthetic limb?
✔✔Considerations include the size and shape of the residual limb, the patient’s activity level,
and the type of prosthesis that will best meet the patient’s functional needs.
What are common complications associated with amputation surgery?
✔✔Common complications include infection, delayed wound healing, phantom limb pain, and
problems with prosthesis fitting.
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, How can a nurse support a patient’s emotional adjustment following an amputation?
✔✔Support includes providing emotional counseling, encouraging participation in support
groups, and helping the patient set realistic goals for rehabilitation.
What is the importance of regular monitoring and adjustment of a prosthetic limb?
✔✔Regular monitoring and adjustment are important to ensure proper fit, comfort, and function
of the prosthesis, and to prevent skin issues and functional problems.
How can a nurse assist in managing phantom pain experienced by an amputee?
✔✔Managing phantom pain can include using medications, physical therapy, and techniques
such as mirror therapy to help alleviate the sensation.
What are the key elements of patient education for someone preparing for discharge after an
amputation?
✔✔Key elements include teaching about wound care, prosthesis use and maintenance, mobility
training, and recognizing signs of potential complications.
What strategies can help prevent contractures in the residual limb after amputation?
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Correct
What is the purpose of a stump shrinker in post-amputation care?
✔✔A stump shrinker helps reduce swelling and shape the residual limb to prepare it for a
prosthesis.
How should a nurse assess for signs of impaired circulation in the residual limb after an
amputation?
✔✔Assess for signs of impaired circulation by checking for changes in skin color, temperature,
and capillary refill time in the residual limb.
What are the main considerations when fitting a patient for a prosthetic limb?
✔✔Considerations include the size and shape of the residual limb, the patient’s activity level,
and the type of prosthesis that will best meet the patient’s functional needs.
What are common complications associated with amputation surgery?
✔✔Common complications include infection, delayed wound healing, phantom limb pain, and
problems with prosthesis fitting.
1
, How can a nurse support a patient’s emotional adjustment following an amputation?
✔✔Support includes providing emotional counseling, encouraging participation in support
groups, and helping the patient set realistic goals for rehabilitation.
What is the importance of regular monitoring and adjustment of a prosthetic limb?
✔✔Regular monitoring and adjustment are important to ensure proper fit, comfort, and function
of the prosthesis, and to prevent skin issues and functional problems.
How can a nurse assist in managing phantom pain experienced by an amputee?
✔✔Managing phantom pain can include using medications, physical therapy, and techniques
such as mirror therapy to help alleviate the sensation.
What are the key elements of patient education for someone preparing for discharge after an
amputation?
✔✔Key elements include teaching about wound care, prosthesis use and maintenance, mobility
training, and recognizing signs of potential complications.
What strategies can help prevent contractures in the residual limb after amputation?
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