Practice Question
A nurse is teaching a client who can bear weight on only one leg how to ambulate using crutches. Which of the following crutch gaits should the nurse plan to instruct this client to use?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Three-point
Rationale:
🔹The three-point gait is the most appropriate crutch gait for a client who can bear weight on only one leg.
🔹 In this gait, the client moves both crutches and the non-weight-bearing leg forward together, followed by the weight-bearing leg.
🔹This method allows mobility without placing weight on the affected leg, which is essential for safety and healing.
🔹It is commonly used in cases of fractures, post-operative leg surgery, or any condition restricting weight-bearing.
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This question is from RN Fundamentals Exam 6 which contains 55 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Fundamentals of Nursing
- Answer Choices: 4