The following observations show that the RN need further
education in assessing the client with the use of the cane
- Based on the selection of cane for the patient. There are
varieties of cane available such as tripod cane, foot cane, and
quad cane.
- Based on the length of the cane. Cane can be extended from 15
to 30cm in length.
- Lack of knowledge of the proper use and support of the
cane.
- Holding of the cane on the improper side of the client. Always
the cane should support the unaffected area(stronger side). the
client should move weaker leg along with the cane on another side
for proper balance.
- The position of the cane. The right way of holding cane is
parallel to the greater trochanter.