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Nursing13
Assisting with ambulation/fall
Question | Answer |
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#1 | Verify orders. (Physicians order if skill is dependent. Independent skills are verified with nursing care plan, Kardex or Charge nurse.Gather equipment. (wheelchair/chair, nonskid shoes for client, gait belt. |
#2 | *Introduce self to patient. *Wash hands*Identify patient by 2 methods.(check arm band, have patient state name) *Explain procedure*Provide privacy for client |
#3 | Assist client with puttin on nonskid shoes and bathrobe. *Apply gait belt around the waist. Assist client to stand at bedside.Call for extra help if needed. |
#4 | Take a few steps. (walk on clients weakest side)Grasping gait belt at center of back and on side. Use assistive device if needed.(walker, cane) |
#5 | Return client to room and assist back into bed.Remove gait belt and shoes. Raise side rails and leave bed in lowest position. |
#6 | Be certain client has a way to call for help and knows how to use it. Place needed items in reach. |
#7 | Wash hands. DOCUMENT! date,time and signature. Distance ambulated.Number of assistants required. Assistive devices used. Client tolerance. |