Transfemoral Prescription Recommendation

Question 1

A complete history or background of a patient’s condition includes:

Answer 1

• cause of amputation
• date of amputation
• medications and other treatments that patient is currently undergoing
• patient’s progress of rehabilitation or recovery

Question 2

Among the host of physical information that must be gathered concerning the patient, upper extremity strength and dexterity is least important.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

An evaluation of the residual limb is of utmost importance with careful inspection of the skin and soft tissue. Which of the following statements is false:

Answer 3

Invaginated scarring may be an indication for suction suspension.

Question 4

Financial resources available to the patient to assist them in payment for services rendered, including insurance, should not be considered in making decisions in prescription recommendation.

Answer 4

False

Question 5

A heart condition contraindicated the use of suction suspension because of the amount of exertion required in donning may be excessive for the patient.

Answer 5

True

Question 6

The K-level designation for a patient’s functional level can have a direct effect on:

Answer 6

• foot selection

- knee selection

Question 7

A Silesian belt may be used with a suction socket.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

A patient with a functional level of K3 may use a hydraulic knee and a flexible keeled foot.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

You should use suction suspension whenever possible.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

A heart condition may contraindicate the use of a standard suction socket for suspension.

Answer 10

True