The Nurse in an Acute Care Facility Is Caring for a 79-Year-Old

The nurse in an acute care facility is caring for a 79-year-old client recovering from a cerebral vascular accident that has resulted in mild loss of muscle function in his right arm and leg.The nurse is best addressing the client's need via the functional model of care when:

A) assessing the client's right-sided muscle strength daily.
B) reaffirming to the client that physical therapy will improve his muscle strength.
C) instructing the client's family on how to properly assist the client in walking.
D) placing the telephone where it can be reached with his left hand.