When evaluating the crutch-walking technique of a patient with a right-leg long-leg cast and no weight bearing on the right leg, the nurse determines that the patient is prepared to ambulate independently with the crutches on observing that the patient
a. uses the bedside chair to assist in balance as needed when ambulating in the room.
b. keeps the padded area of the crutch firmly in the axillary area when ambulating.
c. advances the right leg and both crutches together and then advances the left leg.
d. moves the left crutch with the left leg and then the right crutch with the right leg.
Ans: c. advances the right leg and both crutches together and then advances the left leg.
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