Which ambulation aid would be recommended for a client who has a moderately unsteady gait as well as pain and weakness in the hands and wrists caused by arthritis?

A. Single point cane
B. Forearm crutches
C. Standard front-wheeled walker
D. Front-wheeled walker with forearm platforms

ANS: D
Forearm platforms can be added to forearm crutches or walkers when clients are unable to bear weight through their hand or wrists, perhaps because of fractures or arthritis.