The Patient Scheduled for a Syme Amputation Is Concerned About

The patient scheduled for a Syme amputation is concerned about the ability to eventually stand on the amputated extremity. How should the nurse best respond to the patients concern?

A) You will eventually be able to withstand full weight-bearing after the amputation.
B) You will have minimal weight-bearing on this extremity but youll be taught how to use an assistive device.
C) You likely will not be able to use this extremity but you will receive teaching on use of a wheelchair.
D) You will be fitted for a prosthesis which may or may not allow you to walk.