Skill Checklists for Taylor's Clinical Nursing Skills: A Nursing Process Approach

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SKILL 9-9

Assisting a Patient With Ambulation

Using Crutches (Continued)

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8. For the swing-to gait:
   a. Have the patient move both crutches forward about
   12 inches.
   b. Have the patient lift the legs and swing them to the
   crutches, supporting his or her body weight on the
   crutches.


9. Continue with ambulation for the planned distance and
   time. Return the patient to the bed or chair based on the
   patient’s tolerance and condition, ensuring that the patient
   is comfortable. Make sure call bell and other necessary
   items are within easy reach.


10. Remove PPE, if used. Perform hand hygiene.

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