A nurse is caring for a client whose fractured ankle is in a cast. The client needs crutches to ambulate. Which of the following would help strengthen this client's upper body in preparation for ambulation?
A) Modified hand push-ups
B) Isotonic exercises
C) Parallel bars
D) Tilt table
A
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Modified hand push-ups strengthen the upper arms, thus helping the client to ambulate using crutches. An exercise regimen to strengthen the upper arms typically includes flexion and extension of the arms and wrists, raising and lowering weights with the hands, squeezing a ball or spring grip, and performing modified hand push-ups in bed. Isotonic exercise builds flexibility and stamina more than strength. Clients use parallel bars as hand rails to gain practice in ambulating. A tilt table is a device that helps clients adjust to being upright and bearing weight on their feet.
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