When assisting a resident to ambulate using a walker, where should the nursing assistant position themselves?

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To the side and slightly behind the resident, grasping the gait belt. The nursing assistant should position themselves at the resident's side and slightly behind, holding the gait belt for safety and support. This position allows the aide to assist if the resident falls and provides stability. Option A blocks the resident's view and can cause falls. Option C provides no safety support. Option D is not the standard safe positioning technique.