When ambulating a resident with visual impairment, the nurse aide should:

• A.Walk silently so the resident concentrates
• B.Pull the resident forward by the hand
• C.Describe the surroundings and let the resident hold the aide's arm
• D.Ask the resident to walk without assistance

Why

Describing the environment and offering an arm for guidance helps a visually impaired resident walk safely with awareness of obstacles. Pulling or silent walking removes needed cues.

Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Ambulation: Walking with Visual Impairment · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-136).

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