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RN Alterations In Mobility Assessment Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the correct position for a cane when a client is using it to walk?✔✔On the stronger (unaffected) side of the body
How far should the top of the walker reach when a client is standing upright?✔✔Level with the wrists when arms are at the sides
Why should a client move the walker forward before stepping into it?✔✔To maintain stability and prevent falls
How should a nurse teach a client with right leg weakness to use a cane?✔✔Move the cane and the weak leg forward together
What is the correct sequence for using a three-point gait with crutches?✔✔Move both crutches and the weaker leg forward, then move the stronger leg
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Why should crutch tips have rubber stoppers?✔✔To prevent slipping and improve traction
What is the correct distance between the axilla and the top of crutches?✔✔About 2 to 3 finger widths
Why should pressure on the axilla be avoided when using crutches?✔✔To prevent nerve damage
What is one safety precaution when a client is using a walker on a carpeted surface?✔✔Ensure the walker glides or wheels move easily over the surface
When rising from a chair with a walker, what should the client do first?✔✔Push up from the chair, then grasp the walker
How should a client be instructed to go up stairs using a cane?✔✔Step up with the stronger leg first, then the cane and weaker leg
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What is the best way to teach a client to sit down using crutches?✔✔Back up to the chair, place both crutches in one hand, and lower with the other
What is a common error clients make when using a walker that can lead to falls?✔✔Lifting the walker too far ahead or leaning forward excessively
Why should clients be instructed to wear nonskid footwear when using assistive devices?✔✔To reduce the risk of slipping and falling
How far should the cane be placed from the body when walking?✔✔About 6 to 10 inches to the side and slightly forward
How should a nurse assess if a walker is the correct height for a client?✔✔Check that elbows are slightly flexed when hands grip the walker
When teaching a client to walk with a cane, what should be emphasized about posture?✔✔Stand upright and look forward, not down at the feet
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