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Certified Gastroenterology RN Exam Prep

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A nurse is teaching a 75-year-old client how to use an aluminum walker appropriately. Which of the following techniques are accurate?
  1. The client lifts and moves the walker forward, steps forward with the good leg, followed by the affected leg.
  2. The client lifts and moves the walker forward 10 inches, and steps forward with the affected leg first, followed by the good leg.
  3. The client pushes the walker forward as the walker bears the weight of the client.
  4. The client glides the walker forward 18 inches and swings both legs forward.
Explanation
Answer: B - The client must lift-not push or glide-the walker forward 8 to 10 inches. The client should move forward with the affected leg first, followed by the good leg.
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