The client with osteoarthritis in his left hip uses a cane when ambulating. When the nurse observes him walk, which assessment finding indicates that he needs more instruction regarding the use of his...

The client with osteoarthritis in his left hip uses a cane when ambulating. When the nurse observes him walk, which assessment finding indicates that he needs more instruction regarding the use of his cane?

1. The client holds his head up and looks straight ahead.

2. The client uses the cane on his painful side.

3. The client wears athletic shoes with nonskid soles.

4. The tip of the cane is covered with a rubber cap.