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Diagnosis/Support
Limb Management
Pain
Transfers/Positioning
Prosthetics
100
How might a person lose a limb

accident, illness

100
How to decrease swelling in limb

 Elevation, Gentle movement, Massage, Compression garments

100
What is some non-medical treatment for pain

ice/heat, mirror therapy, relaxation strategies, imagery, music therapy, desensitization

100
what is the best transfer to start a patient with an amputation off with?

Slide board transfer

100
What is the first thing placed on a limb to shape the limb for prosthetic use?

Shrinkers

200
What organization can provide amputees with education and support?

Amputee Coalition

200
Ways to decrease contractures in limbs

positioning, stretching, strengthening

200
What are some desensitization techniques for the limb?

Firm Pressure, tapping, patting, light brisk tapping

200

Is it ok to place a pillow under the knee for a BKA?

No, want to keep the straight

200

How long should ace wraps or shrinkers be worn?

22-23 hours a day, off for showering

300

What forms of help can you get to adjust to losing a limb?

support group and peer to peer mentorship

300
What are some signs of infection?

redness, swelling, warmth

300
When can a patient start desensitization techniques?

As soon as patient can tolerate


300
Why is it important to encourage a patient to lay on their stomach?

Helps prevent contractures

300

Around what time can you start getting a prosthetic fitting

2-3 months

400

How is the type if amputation determined?

Why it is needed, overall health of patient, how well the limb functions, prosthetic use

400
When can compression garments be removed?

Patient reports throbbing, garment becomes loose, inspect the skin

400

What is phantom limb pain?

painful sensations that feel like they are coming from the part of the limb that is no longer there

400

What kind of commode is needed if the patient is using a slide board?

Drop arm commode


400

What is important to educate the patient about during preprosthetic training?

Risk factors for additional amputations, daily skin checks, energy conservation techniques

500
What are some comorbidities associated with amputation? 

Diabetes, COPD, Heart Failure, Renal Insufficiency 

500

What pattern should be used to wrap the limb with acre wrap?

Figure 8

500

What are common treatments for phantom limb pain?

Mirror box therapy, virtual reality, biofeedback, and massage

500

Should a limb protector be used at night?

Yes due to increase risk of fall and bumping in the bed
500

What time line do patients get their definitive prosthetic?

6-12 months