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Gertrude presents with right knee osteoarthritis and is being trained to use a cane. She demonstrates unsteady steps when initiating gait and turning, occasionally placing the cane too far ahead of her. She reports feeling unsure about how to use the cane properly in crowded environments. Which intervention is MOST important to improve the patient’s safety and confidence during cane use?

A) Adjust cane height to ensure proper weight distribution

B) Train safe gait initiation and turning techniques

C) Instruct on cane use in crowded environments

D) Recommend a walker for greater stability

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Gertrude presents with right knee osteoarthritis and is being trained to use a cane. She demonstrates unsteady steps when initiating gait and turning, occasionally placing the cane too far ahead of her. She reports feeling unsure about how to use the cane properly in crowded environments. Which intervention is MOST important to improve the patient’s safety and confidence during cane use?

A) Adjust cane height to ensure proper weight distribution

B) Train safe gait initiation and turning techniques

C) Instruct on cane use in crowded environments

D) Recommend a walker for greater stability

Join the FREE Facebook Group: www.nptegroup.com

  continue reading

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