Equipment: Balanced scales
Procedure:
1.) Knock on door and listen for residents response.
2.) Address resident by name and identify self.
3.) Wash hands.
4.) Explain procedure to resident speaking clearly, slowly, and directly, while maintaining face-to-face contact whenever possible.
5.) Ensure resident has shoes on before walking to scale.
6.) Start with scale balanced at zero before weighing resident.
7.) Determine residents weight.
8.) Assist resident off scale before recording weight, maintaining safety.
9.) Record weight; must be within +/- 2 lbs. of instructors reading.
10.) Place signaling device within residents reach.
11.) Wash hands.
12.) Report any changes in resident to nurse. Document procedure according to facility guidelines.
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