What Does a "Phantom Limb" Refer To

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Multiple Choice

What does a "phantom limb" refer to?

• A)The sensation that your arms or legs are missing,when they actually are present
• B)The tingling,sparkly sensations of a limb that is "asleep"
• C)Sensations seeming to come from a limb that has been amputated or paralyzed
• D)Neglect symptoms

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Definitions:

Pulse Oximetry

A non-invasive test that measures the saturation of oxygen in a person's blood using a clip-like device typically attached to a finger, earlobe, or toe.

Blood Oxygen

The level of oxygen saturation in the blood, which is vital for the efficient functioning of body organs.

Echocardiography

A diagnostic test that uses ultrasound waves to create images of the heart, helping in the assessment of its structure and function.

Blood Flow

The continuous movement of blood through the circulatory system of the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues while removing waste products.