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Assist to Ambulate

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First Step Adress Client by name and introduce self to Client by name. Explain procedure clearly and thoroughly.
Second Step Privacy is provided with curtain, screen, or door
*THIRD STEP Before assisting to stand, ensure client is wearing non-skid shoes/footwear
Fourth Step Before assisting to stand. ensure bed is at a safe level
Fifth Step Before assisting to stand, check/lock bed wheels
*SIXTH STEP Before assisting to stand, client is assisted to sitting position with feet flat on the floor
Seventh Step Before assisting to stand, applies transfer belt securely at the waist, over clothing/gown
Eighth Step Before assisting to stand instructs Client to assist with standing on a prearranged signal such as "on 3"
Nineth Step Stands facing Client, positioning self to ensure safety of self and Client during transfer. Counts to 3 to alert Client to begin standing.
Tenth Step On signal, gradually assist Client to standby grasping transfer belt on both sides with an upward grasp, maintaining stability of Client's legs by standing knee to knee, or toe to toe
Eleventh Step Walk slightly behind and to one side of Client for a distance of 10 (ten) feet, while holding onto the belt
Twelfth Step Assists Client to bed and removes transfer belt
Thirteenth Step Signaling device is within reach and bed is in low position
Fourteenth Step Wash hands. Skill complete.
2 Actions That Will Fail You If NOT Done 1. Ensuring Client is wearing non-skid footwear 2. Assisting to sitting position before assisting to stand
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