You assist a patient to dangle. Once you get the person to the edge of the mattress, what should you do?
A) Report to the nurse that you have the person dangling.
B) Explain to the person that you will return in ten minutes to check on them.
C) Stay with the person and provide support at all times.
D) Have the person move the legs back and forth and in circles.

Question

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When assisting a patient to dangle, it is important to stay with the person at all times to provide support and prevent falls. Reporting to the nurse or explaining when you will return can wait until after the dangle has been completed. Having the person move their legs back and forth and in circles may be a helpful exercise, but it is not necessary during the dangling process.

You Assist a Patient to Dangle