A nurse delegates the ambulation of an older adult client to an unlicensed nursing assistant (UAP).Which statement should the nurse include when delegating this task?

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Before the client gets out of bed,have the client sit on the bed with legs dangling on the side.This will enhance safety for the client.A gait belt should be used for all clients.The UAP cannot teach the client to use a walker or assess the client's pain.

A Nurse Delegates the Ambulation of an Older Adult Client