Title: Discuss the importance of reporting abnormal observations or changes to the appropriate licensed nurse.
Course: Nurse Aide (14051) > Section: Unit XI: Basic Restorative Services

Discussion should include

- redness or swelling
- drainage, bleeding, or sores
- phantom pain, phantom sensation, stump pain
- decreased ability to move the extremity
- cyanosis
- difficulty applying or using prosthesis
- repairs needed.