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mrsjacobs44

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on: Jul 22, 2018
Client education for crutch walking for the client with a full left leg cast includes which of the following?
 
  a. The tripod position is the basic stance.
  b. Place crutch tips 12 to 15 inches in front of and lateral to the client's foot.
  c. Change crutch tips frequently.
  d. Place weight equally on the axilla pieces when moving the affected leg.

Question 2

What is considered to be the treatment of choice for children who have Legg-Calv-Perthes disease?
 
  a. a non-weight-bearing abduction brace
  b. non-weight-bearing range-of-motion exercises and bed rest for a minimum of 2 months
  c. surgical intervention
  d. traction


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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When teaching crutch walking for the client with non-weight-bearing on one leg, the tripod position is the basic stance.

Answer to Question 2

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Legg-Calv-Perthes disease is necrosis of the head of the femur. Common symptoms include hip and knee soreness or stiffness, a painful limp, and quadricep muscle atrophy. Traction, bracing, and surgery are required treatments. The nurse must demonstrate to the client how to wear the brace and assess the skin daily.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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