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S: Client reported sharp low back pain between 8/ 9 on a10 pain scale with movement. Client reported being a little dizzy during the kitchen task but she said she was okay to continue walking to sitting area.
O: Client participated in ADL retraining in lumbar support and TED Hose Application, Transfer/Functional Mobility training and IADL retraining in Tub Transfer this week. Client was able to put on the lumbar back support with demonstration, supervision and verbal cues. Client stated after application, that she did not feel her back. Client required supervision and verbal cues while putting on the ted hose, she sat in a couch with foot placed on footstool for support. Client had no difficulty using the 4-wheeled walker while transporting

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