A nurse delegates the ambulation of an older adult client to an unlicensed nursing assistant (UAP). Which statement should the nurse include when delegating this task?
a. "The client has skid-proof socks, so there is no need to use your gait belt."
b. "Teach the client how to use the walker while you are ambulating up the hall."
c. "Sit the client on the edge of the bed with legs dangling before ambulating."
d. "Ask the client if pain medication is needed before you walk the client in the hall."
ANS: C
Before the client gets out of bed, have the client sit on the bed with legs dangling on the side. This will enhance safety for the client. A gait belt should be used for all clients. The UAP cannot teach the client to use a walker or assess the client's pain.
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