Kali has prepared the discharge teaching for a 3 year old after a repair to the Achilles tendon due to clubfoot. Kali knows that the parents understand the teaching when they say which of the following statements:
1. "We will need to make sure to keep the regime set out for us, otherwise her feet could go back to the same position.".
2. "We will need to watch to make sure she is walking on her tiptoes.".
3. "It will be important for us to use the angle-foot orthotics as prescribed.".
4. "We will want her to walk on the lateral border of her shoes.".
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Feedback
1. Teaching the proper way to walk will be the important factor in keeping the foot in the right position.
2. Walking on tiptoes causes the tendon to shorten, causing more damage.
3. This technique is not used with Achilles tendon issues.
4. Walking on the lateral boarder will help strengthen the tendon.
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