Author Question: A nurse is a caring for a diabetic client whose right leg had to be amputated below the knee due to ... (Read 82 times)

nramada · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A nurse is a caring for a diabetic client whose right leg had to be amputated below the knee due to the repeated development of osteomyelitis and gangrene. The client uses crutches to ambulate and is waiting to be fitted with a prosthetic leg.

What gait should the nurse observe in this client? A) Swing-through
B) Four-point
C) One-point
D) Two-point

Question 2

A client at a health care facility is to undergo amputation of the left leg due to intractable arterial and vascular ulcers. The client will be fitted with an immediate postoperative prosthesis (IPOP) after the surgery.

What are the functions of the IPOP? Select all that apply. A) Reduces stump swelling
B) Promotes intact body image
C) Promotes early ambulation
D) Helps to compress the vein walls
E) Helps to absorb wound drainage from the surgical site

poopface · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
The nurse should observe a swing-through gait in a client whose leg had to be amputated and who is waiting to be fitted with a prosthetic leg. Two-point and four-point gaits require the use of both legs. A one-point gait does not exist.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C
Feedback:
An IPOP facilitates early ambulation, promotes intact body image, and controls stump swelling in clients who have undergone surgery for amputation. An IPOP does not serve to absorb drainage or compress vein walls.