Applying an Anti-embolic Stocking
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1. Knock before entering the room. Identify and greet resident. Explain procedure. Provide for privacy
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*2. Performs hand hygiene.
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*3. Raises bed height. Provides for resident safety.
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4. Provides for resident's privacy by only exposing one leg.
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5. Rolls, gathers, or turns stocking down inside out to at least the heel.
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6. Places stocking over the resident's toes, foot, and heel.
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7. Rolls OR pulls stocking up the leg.
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8. Adjusts stocking as needed
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9. Checks toes for possible pressure from stocking.l
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*10. Leaves resident with stocking that is smooth/wrinkle free.
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11. Lowers bed, if it was raised.
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*12. Leaves resident in a position of safety and comfort with call light within reach.
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*13. Performs hand hygiene, report and record.
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14. Maintains respectful, courteous interpersonal interactions at all times