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This article reviews and summarizes the literature on patient safety issues in
the rehabilitation of adults with an amputation. Safety issues in the following
areas are discussed; the prosthesis, falls, wound care, pain, and treatment of
complex patients. Specific recommendations for further research and
implementation strategies to prevent injury and improve safety are also provided.
Communication between interdisciplinary team members and patient and caregiver
education are crucial to executing a safe treatment plan. The multidisciplinary
rehabilitation team members should feel comfortable discussing safety issues with
patients and be able to recommend preventive approaches to patients as
appropriate.
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Langue : ANGLAIS