Femur Fracture, 5 Weeks Post Surgery: Safety During Meal Preparation, Part 3
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This 71 year-old woman, 5 weeks post surgery for a fractured femur, completes her therapy session in meal preparation. Safety precautions at home are discussed and the patient and therapist enjoy the dessert.
This 71 year-old woman, 5 weeks post surgery for a fractured femur, completes her therapy session in meal preparation. Safety precautions at home are discussed and the patient and therapist enjoy the dessert.
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