What is the primary reason for communicating with the supervising physical therapist before assisting a patient with crutches?

Patient Assistance Techniques and Safety

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To understand the therapist's expectations and plan
To ensure the therapist is available for assistance
To check the availability of equipment
To confirm the patient's medical history
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT necessary when assembling equipment for a patient using crutches?
Proper grip socks
A wheelchair
Auxiliary crutches
Gait belt
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to use two modes of patient identifiers?
To confirm the patient's identity and provide correct care
To verify the patient's insurance details
To ensure the patient is in the correct room
To check the patient's medical history
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the gait belt when assisting a patient with crutches?
To act as a fashion accessory
To provide warmth to the patient
To measure the patient's waist size
To stabilize the patient while walking
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a key step in ensuring crutches fit properly?
Ensuring the crutches are the same color
Checking the crutches are made of metal
Ensuring a gap between the axilla and the auxiliary bar
Checking the crutches are lightweight
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the correct sequence for the four-point gait pattern?
Left crutch, right foot, right crutch, left foot
Right crutch, left foot, left crutch, right foot
Right crutch, right foot, left crutch, left foot
Left foot, right crutch, right foot, left crutch
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why should you walk slightly behind and to the side of the patient during ambulation?
To maintain a professional distance
To be in a good position to assist if they lose balance
To ensure the patient follows the correct path
To have a better view of the patient's progress
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