MrErikson,32 Years Old,is Learning to Use Crutches After Fracturing His

Mr.Erikson,32 years old,is learning to use crutches after fracturing his left ankle.The nurse is teaching him to transfer from a standing position to a chair.Mr.Erikson has positioned himself in front of the chair,with the back of his right leg against the chair.What direction should the nurse provide to Mr.Erikson as the next step to transfer safely?

A) Transfer the crutch on the right side to the left
B) Reach behind and grasp the arm on the right side of the chair
C) Lean forward,flex the knees and hips,and lower into the chair
D) Stand perpendicular to the chair,and pivot from the right