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Feb 25, 2025 - 12:38 AM
When advising a patient on safe axillary crutch walking, a nurse should emphasize the importance of proper crutch sizing, ensuring that there is a 1-2 inch gap between the armpit and the top of the crutch to prevent nerve damage. The patient should also be instructed to keep the crutches about shoulder-width apart, use their hands to bear weight rather than their armpits, and to advance the crutches and the injured leg together, followed by the uninjured leg. Practicing on flat, dry surfaces initially can help build confidence and stability.
