Which of the following statements is false about patient ambulation?
a. Ambulation is necessary for normal body functioning.
b. Patients must be carefully monitored dur-ing ambulation.
c. Chairs or emergency supports must be available during ambulation.
d. Patients with intravenous (IV) lines should not be ambulated.
ANS: D
Place all equipment (e.g., intravenous [IV] equipment, nasogastric tube, surgical drainage tubes) close to the patient to prevent dislodging during ambulation.
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