A Nurse Assists a Client with Left-Sided Weakness to Walk

question 13

Multiple Choice

A nurse assists a client with left-sided weakness to walk with a cane.What is the correct order of steps for gait training with a cane?
1) Apply a transfer belt around the client's waist.
2) Move the cane and left leg forward at the same time.
3) Guide the client to a standing position.
4) Move the right leg one step forward.
5) Place the cane in the client's right hand.
6) Check balance and repeat the sequence.

• A) 3, 1, 5, 4, 2, 6
• B) 1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6
• C) 5, 3, 1, 2, 4, 6
• D) 3, 5, 1, 4, 2, 6

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