Wednesday, November 28, 2012

patient unable to walk


Pt is unable to walk

GOAL:

short term- Pt will walk one lap around the floor using an assistive device twice a day in 3 months. 

long term- Pt will walk independently in one year

INTERVENTION:

  • Pt will be assisted to stand at the edge of the bed daily thus increasing weight bearing through the legs and improving his strength and endurance.

  • Pt will then progress to ambulating with a walker as tolerated.


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