NU371 HESI Case Study: PVD with Amputation Latest Update Graded A+
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NU371 HESI Case Study: PVD With Amputation
NU371 HESI Case Study: PVD with
Amputation Latest Update Graded A+
What are the common symptoms of peripheral vascular disease (PVD) that a patient might
experience?
Common symptoms include intermittent claudication, pain or cramping in the legs during
exercise, and rest pain.
How can the...
NU371 HESI Case Study: PVD with
Amputation Latest Update Graded A+
What are the common symptoms of peripheral vascular disease (PVD) that a patient might
experience?
✔✔Common symptoms include intermittent claudication, pain or cramping in the legs during
exercise, and rest pain.
How can the nurse assess for the presence of peripheral pulses in a patient with PVD?
✔✔The nurse should palpate the dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial pulses on both legs to assess
for strength and presence.
What is the primary goal of nursing care for a patient with PVD who has undergone an
amputation?
✔✔The primary goal is to manage pain, prevent infection, promote wound healing, and facilitate
rehabilitation and prosthetic fitting.
How should a nurse handle a patient’s complaint of phantom limb pain after amputation?
✔✔Phantom limb pain can be managed with medications, physical therapy, and techniques such
as mirror therapy to reduce discomfort.
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,What are some effective strategies for wound care in a patient with a recent amputation?
✔✔Effective strategies include keeping the wound clean and dry, monitoring for signs of
infection, and following prescribed wound care protocols.
How does peripheral vascular disease contribute to the risk of amputation?
✔✔Peripheral vascular disease impairs blood flow, which can lead to severe tissue damage and
necrosis, increasing the risk of amputation.
What role does patient education play in managing peripheral vascular disease and post-
amputation care?
✔✔Patient education helps in understanding disease management, wound care, proper use of
prosthetics, and lifestyle modifications to improve circulation.
How can a nurse assess the effectiveness of interventions aimed at improving circulation in a
patient with PVD?
✔✔Effectiveness can be assessed by monitoring improvements in symptoms, such as reduced
pain during activity, and improved skin color and temperature in the extremities.
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, What lifestyle modifications should be recommended to a patient with PVD to prevent further
complications?
✔✔Lifestyle modifications include quitting smoking, managing diabetes, following a healthy
diet, and engaging in regular exercise.
How can a nurse support a patient’s emotional well-being following an amputation due to PVD?
✔✔Support includes providing emotional counseling, facilitating support groups, and
encouraging open communication about feelings and coping strategies.
What are the key signs that indicate a potential infection in the residual limb of an amputee?
✔✔Key signs include increased redness, swelling, warmth, and discharge from the wound, as
well as fever and increased pain.
How should a nurse monitor for complications such as compartment syndrome in a patient with a
recent amputation?
✔✔Monitor for compartment syndrome by assessing for severe pain, swelling, tightness, and
changes in sensory or motor function in the residual limb.
What strategies can be used to prevent contractures in the residual limb after an amputation?
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