Assistive devices such as canes, crutches, and walkers are used for people who need to limit weight-bearing on joints. The statement by the nurse that best illustrates an understanding of appropriate use of these devices is:
1. "Canes provide minimal support and balance and are carried on the unaffected side."
2. "When using a cane, slide it as you go to decrease the arm strain."
3. "A three-point gait is used when walking with a walker."
4. "When using crutches, the unaffected leg goes down the steps first."
1
Option 1 is the only true statement.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 924
OBJ: 5 TOP: Assistive Devices
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Evaluation MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity
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