A home health aide is helping a client ambulate (walk) with a cane. Where should the aide position themselves?

A home health aide is helping a client

Multiple choice — select the best answer

ADirectly in front of the client
BOn the client's strong side
COn the client's weak side, slightly behind
DBehind the client with both hands on their shoulders

✓ Correct answer: C. On the client's weak side, slightly behind The home health aide should stand on the client's weak (affected) side and slightly behind to provide support and catch the client if they lose balance. The cane is held on the strong side.

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