Amputation
Amputation ( 38 Questions)
Which of the following is a common indication for amputation?
Chronic low back pain: Chronic low back pain is not an indication for amputation. It is usually managed through conservative treatments such as physical therapy, medications, or injections.
Osteoarthritis of the knee: Osteoarthritis of the knee may cause pain and mobility issues, but it does not typically lead to amputation. Treatment for osteoarthritis includes pain management, physical therapy, and, in some cases, joint replacement surgery.
Peripheral vascular disease, which involves decreased blood flow to the extremities, is a common indication for amputation. In severe cases, where blood flow cannot be restored, amputation may be necessary to prevent further complications.
Minor soft tissue injury: Minor soft tissue injuries do not require amputation. They are usually treated with wound care, rest, and possibly antibiotics if there is an infection.
Peripheral vascular disease, which involves decreased blood flow to the extremities, is a common indication for amputation. In severe cases, where blood flow cannot be restored, amputation may be necessary to prevent further complications.
a. Chronic low back pain: Chronic low back pain is not an indication for amputation. It is usually managed through conservative treatments such as physical therapy, medications, or injections.
b. Osteoarthritis of the knee: Osteoarthritis of the knee may cause pain and mobility issues, but it does not typically lead to amputation. Treatment for osteoarthritis includes pain management, physical therapy, and, in some cases, joint replacement surgery.
d. Minor soft tissue injury: Minor soft tissue injuries do not require amputation. They are usually treated with wound care, rest, and possibly antibiotics if there is an infection.