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Rest Easy--Double Check Your Bed Mobility Coding Ability

Published on Fri Apr 21, 2006

Ready, set, code...

Test your ADL assessment prowess by coding this RAI user's manual bed-mobility scenario:

Mr. Q has slid to the foot of the bed. Two staff members must physically lift and reposition him toward the head of the bed. Mr. Q was able to assist by bending his knees and pushing with his legs when reminded by the staff.

Self-Performance = 3
Support Provided = 3

Coding rationale: Resident partially participates in the task. Two staff members are required.

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