The client's strength and type of disability are guides to the best possible crutch-walking gait or style of walking. The client is using each crutch and each leg separately
What would be the best description of this type of crutch-walking gait to include in the documentation in the electronic medical record? A) Two-point gait
B) Three-point gait
C) Four-point gait
D) Swing-through gait
C
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With a four-point gait, each crutch and each leg move separately. With a two-point gait, the client is partially weight-bearing on both legs. With a three-point gait, each crutch and only one leg support weight. With a swing-through or tripod gait, the client stands on the strong leg, moves both crutches forward the same distance, rests his or her weight on the palms, and swings forward slightly ahead of the crutches.
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