A nurse is evaluating the proper use of crutches by a client who has fractured the right leg. Which statement indicates the client is using the correct technique? 1. “I move my left leg forward first...

A nurse is evaluating the proper use of crutches by a client who has fractured the right leg. Which statement indicates the client is using the correct technique?

1. “I move my left leg forward first as I swing forward on my crutches.”

2. “I need to increase my arm strength because my arms tingle after I use my crutches.”

3. “I padded the tops of my crutches so that I can lean more comfortably on my crutches.”

4. “I feel pressure on the palms of my hands when I am walking with my crutches.”