A nurse is assisting an older adult client who sometimes loses her balance while walking. Which of the following devices should the nurse use when helping the client ambulate?

A. The correct technique for using a cane involves moving the weak leg first, followed by the strong leg. The cane should be moved forward with the weak leg to provide support and balance, followed by the stronger leg to propel the client forward. This helps to ensure stability and reduces the risk of falling.
B. The cane should be held on the strong side of the body. The rationale is that the cane provides additional support to the weak side, which helps to improve balance and stability while walking. Holding the cane on the strong side allows the cane to bear more weight and support the weaker leg effectively.
C. The height of the cane grip should be adjusted so that it is level with the client’s wrist when the arm is at their side. This positioning helps ensure proper arm alignment and comfort, allowing for effective use of the cane during ambulation.
D. The proper technique involves moving the cane forward first, followed by the weak leg, and then the strong leg. Moving the cane forward first provides immediate support and stability for the weak leg, helping to maintain balance and prevent falls.

A. While iron is crucial for overall health, its primary role in infants is not specifically related to vision development. Iron is essential for many bodily functions, including oxygen transport and brain development, but the statement about vision development is not directly relevant to the primary reasons for iron supplementation in infants.
B. This is a key point to include in the teaching. Iron stores that infants are born with start to deplete around 4-6 months of age. This is why iron-fortified formula or iron-rich complementary foods are recommended to prevent iron deficiency anemia, as breast milk alone may not provide sufficient iron after this period.
C. Iron is important for overall growth and development, including the development of red blood cells and cognitive functions. However, the specific facilitation of bone growth is more directly related to other nutrients like calcium and vitamin D.
D. Iron absorption can be a concern, but this statement is not entirely accurate. Iron in formula is typically well-absorbed, especially in iron-fortified formulas designed for infants. The goal of providing iron-fortified formula is to ensure that the infant receives an adequate amount of iron, which is absorbed effectively to support their growing needs.