Mrs. Kanda has had a stroke. Her left side is paralyzed. How will you assist her with putting on her blouse?
A. Button the blouse and put it on over her head.
B. Put the sleeve of the blouse on the right arm first.
C. Put the sleeve of the blouse on her left arm first.
D. Put both arms in the sleeves at the same time.
Answer: C
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