Your client had surgery 2 days ago and has been on bed rest since then. He now has medical orders to ambulate bid. What is the first step you should take to help this client?
1. Get him a walker.
2. Have him sit on the edge of the bed for several minutes.
3. Help him to stand carefully, alternating weight between his feet.
4. Ask Physical Therapy for a consult.
ANS: 2
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