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1
Q

Prosthetic fitting should be delayed for the unilateral days as ulnar amputee in order to prevent stress to the contralateral side.

A

False

2
Q

If a vascular patient is at risk for potentially having both lower extremities amputated, it is best to wait until both amputations are completed before prosthetic fitting commences.

A

False

3
Q

Hemiparesis secondary to cerebrovascular accident is a contraindication for a transtibial prosthetic fitting.

A

False

4
Q

Identify the condition in which the skin is thickened, fibrotic and wart like caused by poor or absent distal contact in the socket.

A

Verrucose Hyperplasia

5
Q

This amputation may require less than the standard 1/2” inset:

A

Very short transtibial

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