9a

• elderly patient is PWB on their right leg following hop surgery. Teach them to walk with a frame for the first time. WALKING WITH ZIMMER FRAME

  • REFER TO FIRST TIME UP SUBDECK
• ZIMMER FRAME SAFETY CHECK

  • safety checks are similar to the crutches
  • ferrules must have good grip on it and are securely on the legs
  • the poppers must be visible and are stable
  • the poppers must be at the same level on each leg
  • the shafts must maintain their integrity - shouldnt be any dents, as it may collapse if someone puts their weight on it
  • there should be a sticker saying its been confirmed for safety (same as crutches)
  • the handles mustnt have any cracks
• elderly patient is PWB on their right leg following hop surgery. Teach them to walk with a frame for the first time. WALKING WITH ZIMMER FRAME

  • make the safety checks with the frame first
  • bring frame forward, followed by the bad leg, then the good leg
  • (3 points of contact per gait cycle)
  • STAND RIGHT NEXT TO PTS
• elderly patient is PWB on their right leg following hop surgery. Teach them to walk with a frame for the first time. WALKING WITH ZIMMER FRAME

  • TELL AND EXPLAIN TO PATIENT THAT THEYRE PARTIAL WEIGHTBEARING!!!!