Ambulate a Resident with a Gait Belt

What is the first step to take when ambulating a resident with a gait belt?

• Knock on the door.

• Place the gait belt around the resident's waist.

• Ask the resident to stand up.

• Check the resident's pulse.

What should you do to perform hand hygiene before ambulating a resident?

• Cover all surfaces of hands with hand sanitizer and rub your hands together until they are completely dry.

• Quickly rinse your hands with water only.

• Wipe your hands on a towel without using sanitizer or soap.

• Put on gloves without cleaning your hands first.

What should you explain to the resident before beginning the ambulation procedure?

• Explain the procedure to be performed to the resident.

• Ask the resident to walk without any assistance.

• Tell the resident to remain silent during the procedure.

• Instruct the resident to refuse any help offered.

What equipment should you obtain for the resident before ambulation?

• A gait belt.

• A stethoscope.

• A thermometer.

• A blood pressure cuff.

What must you do BEFORE transferring to ensure the resident's safety?

• Lock the bed brakes.

• Raise the bed to its highest position.

• Remove the resident's shoes.

• Turn off the room lights.

What must you do to the wheelchair to ensure the resident’s safety before ambulation?

• Lock the wheelchair brakes.

• Raise the footrests.

• Remove the armrests.

• Tilt the wheelchair backwards.

What position should the resident be in before placing the gait belt?

• Sitting position.

• Lying flat on the stomach.

• Standing upright without support.

• Lying flat on the back.

Where should the gait belt be placed to stabilize the resident’s trunk?

• Around the resident’s waist.

• Around the resident’s neck.

• Around the resident’s thighs.

• Around the resident’s ankles.

How do you check the gait belt for tightness?

• By slipping fingers between the gait belt and the resident.

• By pulling the belt as tight as possible.

• By asking the resident if it feels loose.

• By tying a knot in the belt.

What should you adjust to ensure the resident’s feet are flat on the floor when sitting on the edge of the bed?

• Adjust the bed height.

• Adjust the pillow position.

• Raise the side rails.

• Change the lighting.