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A physical therapist works with a patient on ascending and descending a ramp in the physical therapy gym. The patient is a 72-year-old female who recently fractured her left tibial plateau and, as a result, is using bilateral axillary crutches. When descending the ramp, where should the therapist stand?1.In front of the patient toward the right side2.In front of the patient toward the left side3.Behind the patient toward the right side4.Behind the patient toward the left side
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