The nurse is aware that clients who use the swing-to-gait for ambulation on a regular basis are at risk for development of which problem?
A)Atrophy of the arm muscles
B)Fractures of the feet
C)Atrophy of the leg muscles
D)Sciatic nerve injury

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Swing-to-gait ambulation, often used by individuals with lower limb disabilities who rely on crutches or a walker, can lead to disuse atrophy of the leg muscles due to the lack of weight-bearing and muscle engagement in the legs.

The Nurse Is Aware That Clients Who Use the Swing-To-Gait