A Diabetic Patient Is to Have a Midthigh Amputation of His

question 6

Multiple Choice

A diabetic patient is to have a midthigh amputation of his left leg.He tells the nurse,"I guess I'll be called 'Gimpy' after the surgery.My life is really going to change when I can't carry out my exercise program anymore.It sure won't be the same." What do these comments suggest the patient is experiencing?

• A) Loss and grief
• B) Fear and denial
• C) Depression
• D) Spiritual distress

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