A Blind Patient Asks the Nurse for Assistance in Walking

Multiple Choice

A blind patient asks the nurse for assistance in walking to the bathroom. To assist the patient, the nurse should

A) take the patient by the arm and lead the patient slowly to the bathroom.
B) walk slightly ahead of the patient and allow the patient to hold the nurse's elbow.
C) have the patient place a hand on the nurse's shoulder and guide the patient.
D) stay beside the patient and describe any obstacles on the path to the bathroom.