Walker Usage Instruction for Post-Surgery Patient

Medium Basic Care And Comfort Assistive Devices

A 68-year-old male patient is recovering from a hip replacement surgery and is being discharged home. The healthcare provider has recommended that he use a walker to assist with mobility during his recovery. When discussing the use of the walker, the nurse should educate the patient on the proper way to use it.

Which of the following instructions should the nurse give to help the patient use the walker safely?

Make sure to lift the walker off the ground entirely to take steps.

Always step into the walker and then advance it forward.

Push the walker ahead of you while leaning your weight on it.

Use the walker only when walking in a straight line.

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