The nurse is caring for a client with mild left-sided weakness who is using a walker for the first time.Which assessments indicate to the nurse that the client is using the walker correctly? Select all that apply.
A) The walker is the height of the client's hip joint.
B) The client grips the handles with elbows at a 90-degree angle.
C) The client stands behind the back legs of the walker.
D) The hand brakes are set before the client sits in the seat if provided.
E) The client moves the affected leg forward with the walker.
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