106 Amputation

True or False, The higher an amputation is on a limb the less functional the patient will be.

• True

• False

What is the term that describes the level of amputation seen in the picture?

• Long transhumeral

• Elbow disarticulation

• Shoulder disarticulation

• Short transhumeral

What term describes the level of amputation seen in the picture?

• Short transradial

• Transmetacarpal

• Wrist disarticulation

• Long transradial

What is a neuroma?

• benign tumor that develops at proximal end of severed nerve

• contracture of ligaments that limits full ROM

• Name for skin breakdown associated with amputations

• Word used to describe hypersensitivity in a residual limb

Which of the following is NOT an example of phantom sensations?

• tingling

• burning

• numbness

• itching

Pre-prosthetic training includes what four tasks/areas to be addressed?

(a)  

What is NOT an advantage of a myoelectric prostheses?

• minimal to no harness

• improved cosmesis

• increased grip

• Increased weight

Which of the following is NOT a component of a manual prosthetic?

• Socket

• Harness

• Cables

• Electrodes

Which of the following is an active terminal device (TD)?

• Passive hand

• Mitt shaped prosthestic

• Hook

Which of the following is an appropriate wear schedule to implement when a patient receives their first prosthetic?

• wear for 15 minutes 3 times a day

• wear 5 minutes 4 times a day

• wear 30 minutes 5 times a day

• wear 60 minutes 1 time a day