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Amputation Med Surg Questions and Answers Already Passed What is the primary goal of immediate post-operative care for an amputee? - A) Pain management - B) Wound care and infection prevention - C) Physical therapy initiation - D) Fitting for a prosthesis B) Wound care and infection pr...

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What is the primary goal of immediate post-operative care for an amputee?

- A) Pain management

- B) Wound care and infection prevention

- C) Physical therapy initiation

- D) Fitting for a prosthesis




✔✔B) Wound care and infection prevention


*Rationale:* The primary goal of immediate post-operative care is to ensure proper wound care

and prevent infection to promote healing.




Which type of amputation is performed at the level of the ankle joint?

- A) Above-knee amputation

- B) Below-knee amputation

- C) Syme’s amputation

- D) Hemipelvectomy




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, ✔✔C) Syme’s amputation


*Rationale:* Syme’s amputation is performed at the level of the ankle joint, removing the foot

while preserving the ankle.




What is a common complication following a lower limb amputation?

- A) Phantom limb pain

- B) Hyperglycemia

- C) Pulmonary embolism

- D) Osteomyelitis




✔✔A) Phantom limb pain


*Rationale:* Phantom limb pain is a common complication where the patient feels pain in the

limb that has been amputated.




What is the primary focus of rehabilitation for a patient following an amputation?

- A) Weight management

- B) Emotional support

- C) Restoration of function and mobility

- D) Nutritional counseling
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