Exam1 Flashcards
In the case of transmetatarsal amputation, the more proximal the level of amputation, the the less what is available?
leverage for forward progression over the foot while walking
the shorter the length of the residual limb in the case of a person with a transtibial amputation using a prosthesis, vs a longer length will affect the level of comfort in what way?
the more discomfort the patient will feel while wearing the prosthesis.
A Charcot foot deformity is most typically seen in the person with
diabetes because of neuropathy
Typically the suture line on the residual limb of a transtibial amputation will be where?
on the anterior aspect , extending from medial to lateral
a neuropathic ulcer is typically located where?
on the plantar surface of the foot
To help keep the knee joint of a prosthetic knee from buckling, the user of a transfemoral prosthesis should strengthen the what muscle?
hip extensors
neuropathy is associated with what 3 ailments?
autonomic dysfunction, claw toes, loss of protective sensation,
In a Syme amputation what is preserverd and anchored to the distal tibia?
the fat pad of the heel
A Van Ness procedure involves
re-positioning the tibia 180 degrees in relation to the femur or pelvis
The most common type of cancer responsible for amputation is
osteogenic sarcoma
which of the following compression devices necessitates an alternate means of compression if the compression device remains off the patient for more than several minutes?
removable rigid dressing
of the following, which patient would be most likely to eventually use a lower extremity prosthesis? a. patient with long list of chronic illness b. patient with moderate to severe dimentia c. pt with end stage renal disease d. pt with advanced coronary artery disease
a. patient with long list of chronic illness
to prevent mediolateral instability at the pelvis while walking with a transfemoral prosthesis, the pateint should strengthen which muscle group in teh residual limb?
abductors
what is the frequency that most rehab professionals suggest that Ace bandages be removed from and reapplied to a residual limb?
every 4-6 hours
appropriate pt care management by PT in an IP acute setting for a person who is 2 days post lower extremity amputation typically include which, cross friction massage at the surgical incision line or compression of the residual limb?
compression of the residual limb. DO NOT perform cross friction massage at the surgical incision 2 days post op!
Phantom pain tends to decrease or increase over time
decrease
a cast applied immediately following a transtibial amputation is an effective method of ?
edema control, prevention of knee flexure contracture, protection of the residual limb
in cases of amputation secondary to neuropathic dysvascular disease, it is especially important to perform on the intact foot:
monofilament testing on the weight bearing surface
safe application of gentle massage to an amputated limb is applied
start when primary healing has been established below and above incision