A frail, elderly man is admitted to the hospital after a fall at home resulted in a left hip fracture. After surgery, he is to begin ambulating with a walker but must avoid weight bearing on his left lower leg
What is the best intervention to help him use his walker?
a. Aerobic exercise with deep breathing
b. Quadriceps and gluteal repetitions
c. Isometric toning of lower legs
d. Arm resistance training
ANS: D
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