Why is it important to describe the procedure to the patient before starting? What are the first two steps? What are the measurements you are looking for in relation to the air pit? How many inches should each crutch be to the side of each foot? How should the hand-grips be adjusted? What degree bend are you looking for? How is age a factor when coaching a patient regarding crutches? How should the knee, in this case, be presented? Where should the patient look (in what direction) and wear should she not bear her weight? In what position should the patient begin? How many inches should she try to move the crutches? Where should the patient's weight be put at this point? Summarize the next steps of how the patient should get up and down, including how to climb up and downstairs. What items should be included in the patient's record to complete the coaching?
