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What are the major complications of having an amputation performed?

Infections, skin breakdown, phantom limb pain, joint contactures

What is the positioning for post-op care?


AKA (below the knee) amputation

Elevate first 24 hours, then prone position twice daily to prevent hip flexion.

BKA (below the knee) amputation?

Elevate foot of bed first 24 hours, then prone position twice daily to prevent hip flexion

What should you encourage?

Expressing feelings about lost of limb

What is phantom limb pain?

Pain felt in an area that has been amputated