The physician orders non-weight bearing with crutches for Joy, who had surgery for a fractured hip. The most important activity to facilitate walking with crutches before ambulation begun is:

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Exercising the triceps, finger flexors, and elbow extensor. These sets of muscles are used when walking with crutches and therefore, need strengthening prior to ambulation.

The Physician Orders Non-Weight Bearing with Crutches for Joy, Who