A College Student Fell and Sprained His Right Ankle

A college student fell and sprained his right ankle. The student health physician recommends the student use crutches to facilitate healing. Which of the following would the nurse teach the student?

A) The crutches should be as long as the student is tall.
B) The support of the body should be in the axilla.
C) The support of the body should be the hands and arms.
D) Walk fast and use long steps when using the crutches.