Which ambulation aid would be recommended for a client who has a moderately unsteady gait as well as pain and weakness in the hands and wrists caused by arthritis?
A. Single point cane
B. Forearm crutches
C. Standard front-wheeled walker
D. Front-wheeled walker with forearm platforms
ANS: D
Forearm platforms can be added to forearm crutches or walkers when clients are unable to bear weight through their hand or wrists, perhaps because of fractures or arthritis.
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