Mock NCLEX RN Exam Practice Question
Which one of the following statements is correct when measuring the client for crutches?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Proper crutch fitting requires a gap of about three inches (or two to three fingerbreadths) between the crutch top and the axilla to prevent nerve damage. The elbow should flex at about 30°, and crutches extend about 6 inches laterally from the foot.
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