The Patient Has Had a Leg Injury and Is Being

question 28

Multiple Choice

The patient has had a leg injury and is being fitted for a cane.The patient should be taught to:

• A) Hold cane on uninvolved side
• B) Hold cane on weaker side
• C) Extend the cane 15 inches from the foot when used
• D) Maintain approximately 60 degrees of elbow flexion

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Definitions:

Random Selection

Selection of a sample in such a way that each person in a population has an equal and independent chance of being chosen.

Sampling Methods

Techniques used to select a portion of a population for study, aimed at making inferences about the entire population.

Representative

An individual who acts on behalf of another person(s), typically in a legislative or decision-making capacity.

Ethnographic Study

In-depth study of a culture, which uses a combination of methods including participant observation.