A 30-year-old client who underwent an amputation of his left leg above the knee complains that he often feels the presence of the absent body part. He occasionally experiences pain and an itching sensation over the amputated portion of the leg. The client is diagnosed with phantom limb pain. What nursing measure and client teaching must the nurse employ when caring for this client? Question 8Select one: a. Instruct the client to ask for pain medication if needed b. Explain that the condition is rare and occurs due to infections c. Encourage the client to place a pillow under the stump when sleeping d. Explain that the condition does not interfere with prosthetic fitting
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