Clinical Skill Improvement: Bedpan Procedure Updates Study Guide
This guide explains the March 2018 revisions to the "Assists with Use of Bedpan" skill protocol. It highlights changes in language for client coverage, moving from "avoids overexposure" to "Ensures client is covered," emphasizing proactive dignity. It also covers the streamlining of equipment disposal steps to reduce redundancy and improve workflow. The guide includes practical examples and tips for caregivers and students to understand and apply these updated instructions effectively in clinica
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Measures and Records Manual Blood Pressure
Measuring and Recording Manual Blood Pressure
A checklist for performing the skill of measuring and recording manual blood pressure using a stethoscope and blood pressure cuff.
- Manual blood pressure measurement
- Stethoscope use
- Systolic reading
- Diastolic reading
- Blood pressure cuff inflation and deflation
- Recording systolic and diastolic pressures
Measures and Records Weight of Ambulatory Client
Measuring Weight of Ambulatory Client
A checklist for measuring and recording the weight of an ambulatory client using a scale.
- Explaining procedure
- Non-skid footwear
- Setting scale to zero
- Obtaining client weight
- Hand washing
- Recording weight
Measuring and Recording Ambulatory Client Weight
A clinical skills checklist for measuring and recording the weight of an ambulatory client using a scale.
- Explaining procedure
- Non-skid footwear
- Setting scale to zero
- Obtaining client weight
- Hand washing
- Recording weight
Clinical Skill Evaluation Checklist
Clinical Skill Bedpan Procedure Checklist
A structured checklist table used for evaluating a clinical skill including steps for placing, positioning, and removing a bedpan.
- explaining procedure
- providing privacy
- head of bed positioning
- clean gloves usage
- bedpan placement
- hand hygiene
- client signaling device
- waste disposal
- client coverage
Feeding Skill Procedure and Steps
Skill Procedure Structured Table
A structured table outlining a specific skill procedure with columns for steps performed and steps not performed.
- skill procedure
- step performed
- step not performed
Client Feeding Procedure Steps
A step-by-step procedure for feeding a client including communication, positioning, and hygiene.
- client communication
- upright sitting position
- hand cleaning
- food and beverage identification
- feeding steps
- signaling device placement
- hand washing
Counting and Recording Radial Pulse and Respirations
Radial Pulse and Respirations Skill Assessments
Skill assessment checklists for counting and recording radial pulse and respirations.
- radial pulse
- respirations
- counting beats
- counting breaths
- hand washing
- recording pulse rate
- recording respiration rate
Hand Hygiene and Radial Pulse Assessment
Hand Hygiene and Radial Pulse Assessment
Procedures for hand hygiene, locating radial pulse, and communicating with clients.
- Hand hygiene
- Radial pulse location
- Counting pulse beats
- Client communication
- Hand washing
Hand Hygiene and Client Introduction Steps
A checklist of steps performed for addressing a client and performing hand hygiene including wetting hands, applying soap, and rinsing surfaces.
- Addressing client by name
- Hand hygiene steps
- Applying soap and lathering
- Rinsing wrists, hands, and fingers
- Drying hands with paper towels
- Turning off faucet
Mnemonics for Skill Introduction and Completion
Procedural Skill Mnemonics and Steps
A guide using mnemonics W I & I P E and S L O W W to outline initial steps and completion of skill.
- Wash Hands
- Introduce & Identify
- Privacy
- Explain procedure
- Signalling Device
- Lower & Lock Bed
- Observe
- Open • close
Skills and Required Supplies List
Clinical Skills and Required Supplies
A table listing various clinical skills and the specific supplies needed for each procedure.
- Handwashing
- PPE
- Pulse
- Respirations
- Blood Pressure
- Weight
- Feeding Client
- Mouth Care
- Dentures
- Modified Bed Bath
- Peri-Care
- Foot Care
- Dressing Client
- Elastic Stockings
- Bedpan
- Measuring Urine
Gown and Gloves
Donning Gown and Gloves
A checklist for donning including gown and gloves.
- Donning gown and gloves
- Gloves
- Hand washing
Mastering PPE Donning and Doffing in Clinical Settings
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Skill 5: Cleans Upper or Lower Denture
Cleaning Upper or Lower Dentures Skill
A checklist for performing the skill to clean upper or lower denture using moderate temperature running water and clean technique.
- Cleaning upper or lower denture
- Denture care
- Clean technique
- Hand hygiene
- Personal protective equipment usage
Measures and Records Urinary Output
Measures and Records Urinary Output Skill
A checklist for performing steps to measure and record urinary output using a bedpan and measuring container.
- measures and records urinary output
- handling bedpan
- measuring urine at eye level
- rounding to nearest 25 ml/cc
- hand washing
- gloves disposal
Bedpan Placement and Client Care Procedures
Instructional Note Revisions for Client Care
Instructional notes specify replacements and omissions for steps regarding client coverage and bedpan placement in dirty supply areas.
- client coverage
- bedpan placement
- dirty supply area
Improving Clinical Care Instructions: Bedpan Procedure Revisions
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