A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has left hemiparesis about how to use a cane. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

A. The cane should be placed about 15–25 cm (6–10 in) in front of the feet, not 61 cm (24 in), which is too far and unsafe. B. The rubber tip should never be removed; it provides traction and prevents slipping. C. The cane is held on the stronger (right) side to provide support and balance for the weaker (left) leg—this is correct teaching. D. The cane should advance at the same time as the weaker (left) leg, not the stronger (right) leg.