What Should a Patient Using Bilateral Axillary Crutches Do in the Event

question 5

Multiple Choice

What should a patient using bilateral axillary crutches do in the event of a forward fall?

• A) Use only one crutch to help break the fall
• B) Use both crutches to help break the fall
• C) Release both crutches so that they fall to each side
• D) None of the above

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