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Major conplications of having an amputation performed? |
Infections, skin breakdown, phantom limb pain, joint contractures |
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Positioning for post-op care (Above the knee amputation) |
Elevate first 24 hours, then prone position twice daily to prevent hip flexion |
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Positioning for post-op care (Below the knee amputation) |
Elevate foot of bed first 24 hours, then prone position twice daily to prevent flexion contracture of the knee |
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What should you encourage? |
Expressing feelings about lost limb |
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What is phantom limb pain |
Pain felt in an area that has been amputated |
