Ambulatory Aides NCLEX Questions
and Answers Updated 2026
The nurse uses a tilt table to assist a client who is recovering from a spinal injury, Just before using
the tilt table the nurse puts elastic stockings on the client. What is the purpose of applying this
stocking? - AnswerIt helps to compress the vein walls
A nurse is caring for a client with arthritis, and isometric exercises have been recommended, How
will these exercises help the pt? - AnswerBy improving muscle tone and strength
An elderly client with weakness on one side of the body needs to use a cane for walking. How should
the nurse determine the correct height of the cane to be used by the client - AnswerThe canes
handle should be parallel with the hip
A nurse is assisting the client to ambulate at the health care facility using a walking belt. How does
the walking belt assist the client when ambulating? - AnswerIt allows the nurse to support the client
A nurse is caring for a client who is on complete bed rest while recovering from hip surgery hours
ago. When the client is able to start walking which ambulation aid will most likely be recommended
for use? - AnswerA walker
Which client would benefit the most from a forearm crutch to assist in ambulation? - AnswerA client
who needs permanent assistance when walking
A nurse is caring for a client whos fractured leg is in a cast. Which ambulatory device could the nurse
suggest for the client to use at the healthcare facility? - AnswerAn Axillary crutch
Which client would benefit the most from the use of a walker to assist in ambulation? - AnswerA
client who require considerable assistance with balance
A year old female client was admitted to the geriatric unit of the hospital with DX of hyponatremia,
dehydration, and failure to thrive. The care team is aware of the importance of early ambulation and
has taken steps to facilitate this. How can the client be best prepared to begin ambulating? -
AnswerAssist the client with the performance of isometric exercises.
A client plan of care specifies the goal that the client perform quadriceps setting four times a day.
The nurse has explained the rationale for this exercise safely and effectively. What instructions
and Answers Updated 2026
The nurse uses a tilt table to assist a client who is recovering from a spinal injury, Just before using
the tilt table the nurse puts elastic stockings on the client. What is the purpose of applying this
stocking? - AnswerIt helps to compress the vein walls
A nurse is caring for a client with arthritis, and isometric exercises have been recommended, How
will these exercises help the pt? - AnswerBy improving muscle tone and strength
An elderly client with weakness on one side of the body needs to use a cane for walking. How should
the nurse determine the correct height of the cane to be used by the client - AnswerThe canes
handle should be parallel with the hip
A nurse is assisting the client to ambulate at the health care facility using a walking belt. How does
the walking belt assist the client when ambulating? - AnswerIt allows the nurse to support the client
A nurse is caring for a client who is on complete bed rest while recovering from hip surgery hours
ago. When the client is able to start walking which ambulation aid will most likely be recommended
for use? - AnswerA walker
Which client would benefit the most from a forearm crutch to assist in ambulation? - AnswerA client
who needs permanent assistance when walking
A nurse is caring for a client whos fractured leg is in a cast. Which ambulatory device could the nurse
suggest for the client to use at the healthcare facility? - AnswerAn Axillary crutch
Which client would benefit the most from the use of a walker to assist in ambulation? - AnswerA
client who require considerable assistance with balance
A year old female client was admitted to the geriatric unit of the hospital with DX of hyponatremia,
dehydration, and failure to thrive. The care team is aware of the importance of early ambulation and
has taken steps to facilitate this. How can the client be best prepared to begin ambulating? -
AnswerAssist the client with the performance of isometric exercises.
A client plan of care specifies the goal that the client perform quadriceps setting four times a day.
The nurse has explained the rationale for this exercise safely and effectively. What instructions
