The nurse has to adjust the height of a client's crutches. What distance does the nurse need to place the bottom of each crutch from the outside of the client's feet?
A) 3 inches
B) 4 inches
C) 5 inches
D) 6 inches
D
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Place the bottom of each crutch about 6 inches (15 cm) from the outside of the client's feet. The top of the crutch should be two to three finger widths below the client's axillae when his or her elbows are flexed approximately 30 degrees.
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