NUR 119 Crutches Exam Questions and
Answers with Verified Solutions | Latest
Updated 2026
pt usage duration short or long term
Pt position elbows bent @ 30■
weight on hands & arms, not axillary
four point gait RC then LF, LC then RF. emphasis on
safety,
stability.
three point gait AL + BC, UL. Pt bears weight on stronger
leg.
two point gait LC + RF, RC + LF. Pt bears partial weight
on both
feet.
swing-to gait BC, BL. Provides mobility to Pts w/
weakness or
paralysis in hips or legs. Can lead to
atrophy w/
long term use.
tripod position both crutches 12" in front, 12" to side of
each foot.
Answers with Verified Solutions | Latest
Updated 2026
pt usage duration short or long term
Pt position elbows bent @ 30■
weight on hands & arms, not axillary
four point gait RC then LF, LC then RF. emphasis on
safety,
stability.
three point gait AL + BC, UL. Pt bears weight on stronger
leg.
two point gait LC + RF, RC + LF. Pt bears partial weight
on both
feet.
swing-to gait BC, BL. Provides mobility to Pts w/
weakness or
paralysis in hips or legs. Can lead to
atrophy w/
long term use.
tripod position both crutches 12" in front, 12" to side of
each foot.
