A nurse is caring for a client who has had a fracture. How can the nurse prepare the client to use crutches while still in bed?
A) Perform passive range-of-motion exercises.
B) Assist in exercising the joints in the body.
C) Teach appropriate crutch-walking gait.
D) Teach the use of short crutches.
D
Feedback:
The nurse should teach the use of short crutches so that the client can practice and build strength while still in bed. Performing passive range-of-motion exercises and assisting in exercising the joints in the body will not help a client who has to use crutches. The nurse should teach the client exercises for strengthening and conditioning the upper body. The nurse can teach the client appropriate crutch-walking gaits after the client is well enough to move out of bed.
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