17 Questions
When ascending stairs, what is the correct order of movement for a patient with a fractured limb?
Unaffected limb, fractured limb, and then crutches
What is the order of advancement in a four-point gait?
Crutch on involved side, uninvolved leg, involved leg, crutch on uninvolved side
When using a banister, which hand should the patient use to hold it?
The hand on the same side as the fracture
How does a patient with a lower extremity fracture ascend stairs?
Ascends with the unaffected limb first, bringing the fractured limb up to meet it
What is the primary advantage of a four-point gait?
Enhanced stability and balance
What is the preferred method of using crutches for patients with good balance and coordination?
Using two crutches, one on each side
In a four-point gait, how many points are on the ground and bearing weight at any given time?
Three
When descending stairs, what is the correct placement of the fractured limb and crutches?
The fractured limb and crutches are placed on the step below
How does a patient with a lower extremity fracture descend stairs?
Descends with the fractured limb first, bringing the unaffected limb down to meet it
What is the main difference between a two-point and three-point gait?
The number of points of contact with the floor
What is the primary purpose of using crutches in the step-through gait pattern?
To restrict weight bearing on the fractured leg
What is the primary characteristic of the step-through gait pattern?
The intact leg is advanced past the crutches
In a two-point gait, what is the relationship between the crutches and the fractured leg?
The crutches and fractured leg are advanced as one unit
What type of gait is described when using one crutch on the uninvolved side and holding the banister with the hand on the same side as the fracture?
Three-point gait
In a three-point gait, how many points of contact are maintained with the floor at any given time?
Two of the three points
What type of gait is used for patients with partial weight-bearing fractures and secondary problems?
Four-point gait
In a two-point gait, what is the sequence of movement?
The crutches and fractured leg are advanced together, and then the uninvolved leg
Learn about the different gait patterns used to assist patients with fractures, including the partial weight-bearing and four-point gait patterns. Understand the sequence of steps involved in each pattern and how they help patients recover from injuries.
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