You are working with a patient who had a exacerbation of the…

You are working with a patient who had a exacerbation of their congestive heart failure. They are now quite deconditioned and is receiving 2 L of oxygen per minute through a nasal cannula. You are about to begin ambulation with this patient. Which of the following would be true in this clinical scenario?

Thelma has been performing pivot transfers to the wheelchair…

Thelma has been performing pivot transfers to the wheelchair with minimal to moderate assistance and is ready to begin gait training. She is eager to begin ambulating, but her arms and legs are weak from her extended illness.   To enter her home, Thelma must be able to go up 4 steps. List two things that you can do now to address this discharge barrier? (2 points)