Question

The nurse reinforces the physical therapist's teaching regarding the use of a cane when caring for a client with osteoarthritis of the left knee. Which client statement indicates the need for further teaching? 1. "I will hold the cane in my right hand." 2. "I will move my left leg forward after moving the cane." 3. "I will place the cane several inches in front of and to the side of my right foot." 4. "My cane should equal the distance from my waist to the floor."

Answer 1

Answer:

D. My cane should equal the distance from my waist to the floor

Explanation:

All other statements are said right by the client except the statement regarding the height of the cane. Canes are used for walking purpose, they come in various size and shapes. But the correct height of cane is customized to the individual who is using it. For it, stand straight with arms straight down, and the cane you are to use should be long enough that it touches the wrist of your arm, not above and not below this height else cane would be much bigger or shorter and would have differential pressure exertion on knees.