A ten-year-old patient has a long leg cast applied to her left leg. She is being instructed in crutch-walking with no weight bearing on her left leg. Which of the following observations indicates that the patient needs further teaching?

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Observation that indicates the patient needs further teaching is when she is supporting her weight on the axillary bar and hand pieces of the crutches. The axilla should not rest on the crutches. Such pressure may cause discomfort and nerve damage. The weight of the body should be borne by the hands.

A Ten-Year-Old Patient Has a Long Leg Cast Applied to Her