When positioning a patient who has had an amputation of a lower extremity, why is it important to avoid hip abduction and flexion?
A) Because these motions place the patient at risk of developing a blood clot
B) Because these motions will exacerbate phantom pain
C) Because the hip on the affected side will become contracted
D) Because these movements will prevent the stump from healing in the proper shape
Question 2
The C in the RACE system stands for
A) Care for the patient.
B) Call for help.
C) Carry the patient to safety.
D) Contain the fire.
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