The nurse is assisting a visually impaired client with ambulation. How

The nurse is assisting a visually impaired client with ambulation. How should the nurse proceed with this intervention?

1. Walk slightly behind the client.
2. Walk 1 foot in front of the client.
3. Walk on the right side of the client.
4. Walk on the left side of the client.

ANSWER

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Walking behind the client would be unsafe.
Rationale 2: The nurse should walk about 1 foot in front of the client, offering the client an arm.
Rationale 3: The side the nurse walks on will depend upon the preference of the client.
Rationale 4: The side the nurse walks on will depend upon the preference of the client.