A nurse assists a client with left-sided weakness to walk with a cane. What is the correct order of steps for gait training with a cane?
1. Apply a transfer belt around the client's waist.
2. Move the cane and left leg forward at the same time.
3. Guide the client to a standing position.
4. Move the right leg one step forward.
5. Place the cane in the client's right hand.
6. Check balance and repeat the sequence.
a.
3, 1, 5, 4, 2, 6
b.
1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6
c.
5, 3, 1, 2, 4, 6
d.
3, 5, 1, 4, 2, 6
ANS: B
To ambulate a client with a cane, the nurse should first apply a transfer belt around the client's waist, then guide the client to a standing position and place the cane in the client's strong hand. Next the nurse should assist the client to move the cane and weaker leg forward together. Then move the stronger leg forward and check balance before repeating the sequence.
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