PHYS OTA 215- AMPUTATIONS Ch. 33

An above the elbow (AE) amputation is also called an:
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An above the elbow (AE) amputation is also called an:
Transhumeral amputation
List 5 advantages of fitting for an initial prosthesis early after post op.
Decreased edema
Decreased postoperative and phantom pain
Accelerated wound healing
Maintenance of two-handed function
Decreased length of stay
Decreased prosthetic use and acceptance
Increased proprioceptive input through residual limb
Improved psychological adjustment
Improved patient rehabilitation
What is a 1 advantage and 1 disadvantage of a myoelectric prosthesis?
ADVANTAGE: More aesthetic: more grip power, less effort needed to use
DISADVANTAGE: More intense/longer training period for functional use; calibration of movements/pressure takes practice
Decay or death or an organ or tissue caused by a lack of blood supply is called:
Gangrene
Most traumatic amputations affect the lower extremity (T/F)
False
What mobility assistive equipment (MAE) did Annika say she uses to go the bathroom when not wearing a prosthetic?
Wheelchair, or forearm crutches
82% of all lower extremity acquired amputations are due to diabetes mellitus and/or peripheral vascular disease.
True
You enter a patient's room after reviewing the chart and reading they had a BKA. You notice there is a pillow positioned under their knee with their stump is hanging off and flexed. Why is this problematic?
It can create a contracture and make wearing a prosthetic difficult because the knee needs to be extended.
Surgical amputations are the last resort after more conservative measures have failed (T/F).
True
What are 5 interventions for a post-op patient?
Provide psychosocial support, stump care and hygiene, ROM exercises, desensitization, educate on wear and use schedule.
What are 2 advantages of a mechanical prosthesis?Cheaper cost/more durable Lighter compared to myoelectric Some proprioceptive feedbackA below the elbow (BE) amputation is also called an:Transradial amputationAmputations affect males more than femalesTrue