The Nurse Is Caring for a 12-Year-Old Child with a Left

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a 12-year-old child with a left leg below the knee amputation (BKA) .The child had the surgery 1 week ago.Which intervention should the nurse plan to implement for this child?

• A)Elevate the left stump on a pillow.
• B)Place ice pack on the stump.
• C)Encourage the child to use an overhead bed trapeze when repositioning.
• D)Replace the ace wrap covering the stump with a gauze dressing.

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Definitions:

Liver

A vital organ involved in metabolism, detoxification, protein synthesis, and several other important biological processes.

Thyroid Gland

An endocrine gland located in the neck, that produces hormones regulating metabolism, energy generation, and growth.

Lymphocytes

A type of white blood cell that is an integral part of the immune system, responsible for the body's defense against pathogens.

White Blood Cells

Cells of the immune system that are involved in protecting the body against both infectious disease and foreign invaders.