The nurse is working with a patient who has left-sided weakness. After instruction, the nurse observes the patient ambulate in order to evaluate the use of the cane. Which action indicates that the patient knows how to use the cane properly?
A) The patient keeps the cane on the left side
B) Two points of support are kept on the floor at all times
C) There is a slight lean to the right when the patient is walking
D) After advancing the cane, the patient moves the right leg forward
B) Two points of support are kept on the floor at all times
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