Applying an Anti-embolic Stocking to One foot

Question 1

Step 1

Answer 1

Perform Hand Hygiene
1. Cover all surfaces of hands with sanitizer
2. Rub hands together until hands are completely dry.

Question 2

Step 2

Answer 2

Explain the procedure to the resident

Question 3

Step 3

Answer 3

Provide for privacy

Question 4

Step 4

Answer 4

Raise the bed height

Question 5

Step 5

Answer 5

Provide for the resident’s privacy by exposing one leg

Question 6

Step 6

Answer 6

Roll, gather or turn the stocking down inside out to the heel

Question 7

Step 7

Answer 7

Place the stocking over the resident’s toes, foot, and heel.

Question 8

Step 8

Answer 8

Roll or Pull the stocking up the leg

Question 9

Step 9

Answer 9

Check the toes for possible pressure from the stocking

Question 10

Step 10

Answer 10

Adjust the stocking as needed

Question 11

Step 11 Bold

Answer 11

Leave the resident with a stocking that is smooth/wrinkle-free

Question 12

Step 12

Answer 12

Lower the bed

Question 13

Step 13

Answer 13

Maintain respectful, courteous interpersonal interactions at all times

Question 14

Step 14

Answer 14

Perform hand hygiene
1. Cover all surfaces of hands with hand sanitizer
2. Rub hands together until hands are completely dry.