Entry and exit measures

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Gather all needed equipment and supplies. Check expiration dates as needed.

Entry measures 3:

Greet patient and introduce self (Name, ACC nursing student)

Exit measures 2:

4 P's (Pain, potty, position and possessions)

5:

Ask patient if they have any allergies

Exit measures 4:

Both side rails up

Exit measures 5:

Call bell within reach

6:

Explain the procedure to the patient and why this intervention is needed. Answer any questions as needed.

4:

Identifying the patient using two acceptable identifiers (ask patient their name and assess MR#)

Exit measures 3:

Lower bed to the lowest position

Exit measures 6:

Perform hand hygiene as exit room

Entry measures: 1

Perform hand hygiene, put on PPE, if indicated

Entry measures 2:

Provide privacy by closing the door or shutting the curtain

7:

Raise bed to a working height and put down the side rail.

Exit measures 1:

Verbalize to patient that you are leaving

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Verify Health Care Providers orders and/or hospital policy