Surgical Flashcards
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Q
The nurse is providing care for a client 18 hours after a left BKA. what nursing action is most important?
A
A: Elevate the residual limb on a pillow or other soft surface to reduce edema
Compression bandage is ordered to support soft tissues, reduce edema, hasten healing, minimize pain, and promote residual limb shrinking and maturation.
Drainage only report if it continues or increases
