New crutches are the correct size if
1. The top of the crutch is 4 inches above the elbow.
2. The patient's arms are at 90 degrees when holding the handles.
3. The crutch tips are resting against the outer aspect of the patient's shoes.
4. Three fingers fit between the axilla and the axillary pad of each crutch.
ANS: 4
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