A client with a traumatic below-elbow amputation of the dominant right arm has participated in occupational therapy for prosthetic training. The therapist prepares a discharge plan that incorporates recommendations to facilitate independence in meal preparation and feeding. Which method is best for the therapist to recommend the client use to cut meat? Hold a regular knife in the terminal device and hold a regular fork in the left hand. Hold a knife with a built-up handle in the terminal device and hold the plate with the left hand. Use a one-handed technique with a rocker knife in the left hand and hold the plate with the terminal device. Hold a regular fork in the terminal device and hold a regular knife in the left hand.
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