The Nursing Assistant Is Getting a Resident Out of Bed

Multiple Choice

The nursing assistant is getting a resident out of bed to walk. After allowing the resident to dangle for a few minutes, the nursing assistant proceeds to help the resident to stand. What is the intervention the nursing assistant should use to safely ambulate this resident using a cane?

A) Place a transfer belt on the resident to help with support.
B) Cancel the walk if the resident is reporting wanting to stay in bed.
C) Examine the walking cane and repair any end that appears cracked or worn.
D) Guide the resident to move the strongest leg forward first, followed by the weaker leg.