Posted: September 24th, 2017

A client with a fractured hip is being taught correct use of the walker. The nurse is aware that the correct use of the walker is achieved if the:

A client with a fractured hip is being taught correct use of the walker. The nurse is aware that the correct use of the walker is achieved if the:

A. Palms rest lightly on the handles
B. Elbows are flexed 0°
C. Client walks to the front of the walker
D. Client carries the walker