Amputation - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

RN 200 Week 5 Hw: Amputation 100% Correct What is the purpose of a stump shrinker in post-amputation care? A stump shrinker helps reduce swelling and shape the residual limb to prepare it for a prosthesis. How should a nurse assess for signs of impaired circulation in the residual limb after an amputation? Assess for signs of impaired circulation by checking for changes in skin color, temperature, and capillary refill time in the residual limb. What are the main considerations w...

HESI Case Studies- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) with Amputation Rated A+ What are the main factors that might indicate the need for an amputation in a patient with advanced PVD? The main factors include severe limb ischemia, gangrene, and non-healing ulcers that do not respond to other treatments. How should a nurse assess the impact of peripheral vascular disease on a patient’s daily activities and quality of life? Assess by evaluating the patient’s ability to perform act...

A patient is transferred to a burn clinic w/ partial-thickness burns over 30% of the body. What type of healing will this type of wound be characterized by? A) Blister and minimal edema w/ spontaneous healing B) Depressed skin area that heals w/ grafting and scarring C) Moderate edema w/ spontaneous healing and minimal grafting D) Marked edema w/ slow healing and extensive hypertrophic scarring - Answer-D A PTA is instructing a SPTA in proper positioning to prevent the typical contractures...

Amputation Case Study: Alain Leung Questions and Answers Rated A+ What is the primary reason Alain Leung underwent an amputation in his case study? Alain Leung underwent an amputation due to severe complications from an injury or illness that could not be managed through other medical interventions. What were the main challenges faced by Alain Leung in his post-amputation recovery? The main challenges included managing pain, adapting to a new body image, and learning to use a prosthes...

NSG221/ NSG 221 Exam 3: (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Mental Health Review| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A – Herzing Q: The nurse is caring for a client who performs ritualistic hand washing and cleaning for about 30 minutes several times a day. What does the nurse tell the client's partner about caring for this client? Answer: - Monitor own health and anxiety levels. Rationale: The nurse asks the client's partner to monitor the partner's own health and anxi...

Exam 1: PRN1032/ PRN 1032 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Client-Centered Care I Review| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A- Rasmussen Q: What are non-pharmacological pain treatments? Answer: Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) Percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (PENS) Binders, application of heat and cold, relaxation, biofeedback, distraction, guided imagery and meditation, music, hypnosis, massage Q: What are some pain management skills for...

Prosthetic CPM Questions and Answers 100% Pass What are the measurements that should be taken when casting a TT prosthesis? Circumference every 2", starting 4 inches proximal to MPT AP @ MPT and Popliteal Fossa ML@ Femoral Condyles Proximal ML above Femoral Condyles Limb Length Tibial Length MPT to Floor Shoe Size/Foot Length What history contents should be taken at the initial evaluation of a patient Cause of amputation and/date Comorbidities Any issues with contralateral limb or upper extre...

Case Study 18—Mr. Johnson – Limb Amputation With Answers Problem-Based Learning/Critical Thinking Ackley and Ladwig’s Nursing Diagnosis Handbook, 13th Edition Makic (2024)

FUNDAMENTALS PROCTORED ATI EXAM 2023 RETAKE GUIDE/70 CORRECT QUISTIONS AND ANSWERS 1. A nurse is reinforcing information with a client who wishes to complete their advance directives. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? a) “You must have advance directives in place in order to refuse recommended treatment.” b) “An attorney is needed in order for you to name a designee in your health care proxy.” c) “You can decline to have certain medical procedures perfor...