Amputation

Question 1

what are the major complications of having an amputation performed?

Answer 1

Infections, skin breakdown, phantom limb pain, and joint contractures.

Question 2

What is the positioning for a post-op care AKA (above the knee amputation) ?

Answer 2

Elevate first 24 hours, then prone place the client in the position twice daily to prevent hip flexion.

Question 3

BKA (below the Knee) amputation positioning for post op care

Answer 3

Elevate the foot of the bed first 24 hours then prone position twice daily to prevent hip flexion.

Question 4

What should you encourage?

Topic: (amputation)

Answer 4

The expression of feelings about the Lost limb.

Question 5

What is phantom limb pain?

Topic:amputation

Answer 5

Pain felt in an area that has been amputated.

Question 6

Clinical Priorities : What can aid in strengthening the upper extremities and allow the patient to move in bed.

Answer 6

A trapeze

Question 7

Clinical Priorities:who removes initial pressure dressing and drains and how many hours can it be removed postoperatively ?

Answer 7

Surgeon

48 to 72 hours postoperatively