Title: Assist a client in ambulation, including the use of assistive devices.
Course: Home Health Aide (14053) > Section: Providing Personal Care

Assistance should include following guidelines and the client care plan for

- clients in safe ambulation using various equipment (e.g., walkers, canes, crutches)
- adjustment of assistive devices.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What factors may affect a client’s ability to ambulate?
- If a client's left leg is injured, in which hand should he/she use a cane? Why?
- How can a home health aide determine the adjustments needed for assistive devices?
- What should a home health aide do if a client begins to fall while ambulating?