innitial steps and completion (copy)

Initial steps

1. Obtain instructions

2. Gather supplies

3. knock on the door

4. introduce yourself

5. identify the resident

6. explain procedures

7. wash your hands

8. provide privacy

9. raise rails and bedding to working height

10. wear gloves if needed

11. use good body mechanics

Completion steps

1. Use good body mechanics

2. resident is in good body alignment

3. adjust bed rails down or as ordered

4. Remove gloves and wash hands

5. Make sure residents have everything in reach

6. open drapes and curtains within residence wish

7. cleanup area prior to leaving

8. check for safety and call light is in reach

9. report

10. document