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misspop

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A 30-year-old client who underwent an amputation of his left leg above the knee
  complains that he often feels the presence of the absent body part. He occasionally
  experiences pain and an itching sensation over the amputated portion of the leg.
 
  The
  client is diagnosed with phantom limb pain. What nursing measure and client teaching
  must the nurse employ when caring for this client?
  A) Explain that the condition is rare and occurs due to infections
  B) Instruct the client to ask for pain medication if needed
  C) Explain that the condition does not interfere with prosthetic fitting
  D) Encourage the client to place a pillow under the stump when sleeping

Question 2

A client who has paralysis following a car accident is experiencing dyspraxia. Which of the following describes this condition?
 
  A) Difficulty speaking
  B) Difficulty swallowing
  C) Difficulty performing coordinated movements
  D) Emotional lability



duke02

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Dyspraxia is difficulty in performing coordinated movements, aphasia is difficulty speaking, and dysphagia is difficulty swallowing. Emotional lability refers to excessive emotional reactions and frequent mood changes.



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