During a physical assessment, the patient walks to the door of the examination room as the nurse watches the patient switch the weight on the feet. The nurse would document assessment of which part of the musculoskeletal status?

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Observing a patient switch weight on their feet during walking primarily assesses the second-phase gait, which involves the stance and swing phases of walking. This observation helps evaluate how the patient distributes weight and maintains balance, crucial aspects of gait assessment.

During a Physical Assessment, the Patient Walks to the Door