A patient who underwent left above-the-knee amputation reports pain in the left foot. The nurse should document this finding as what type of pain?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Phantom pain is the sensation of pain or discomfort in a part of the body that has been surgically or traumatically removed. It is common in individuals who have undergone amputations, such as the patient described.

A Patient Who Underwent Left Above-The-Knee Amputation Reports Pain in the Left