Nurses Compass
Care Plan for Amputation Care Management
Category: Orthopedics
Assessment
Patient presents with an amputation site that is healing post-surgery.
Diagnosis
Impaired physical mobility related to loss of limb.
Goals
Patient will demonstrate proper care of the amputation site and use of prosthetic devices. Patient will achieve maximum independence in mobility and daily activities.
Interventions
Educate patient on proper wound care and signs of infection. Encourage participation in physical therapy to improve strength and mobility. Provide emotional support and resources for coping with body image changes. Assist patient in the proper use of prosthetic devices and adaptive equipment.
Rationale
These interventions help promote healing, improve mobility, and support emotional well-being.
Evaluation
Patient's wound healing, mobility, and emotional adjustment will be monitored to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.