Regained ambulatory function

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The nurse is caring for an older adult client who had a stroke and has regained ambulatory function. As the client is being discharged to home, which safety education will the nurse provide regarding use of stairs? Avoid using stairs at any time. When going up stairs, place a foot onto the step, and then follow with a cane. Use a stair rail when going up or down. Take each step up with the weaker leg followed by the stronger one.

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