FIRST ATTEMPT
NURSING 160
CLINICAL SKILL CHECKLIST
APPLYING AND USING A GAIT BELT
PROCEDURE STEPS
Yes
1. Obtains help of second person to help assist if needed.
2. Puts non-skid footwear on patient/resident
3. Applies the gait belt to the waist of the patient across the
umbilicus but over the clothing.
4. Ensures gait belt is snug enough to comfortable fit 2
fingers under the belt.
5. Assists patient to a standing position while maintain a
strong grasp of the gait belt at the lower back or using both
hands near each side of the waist of the patient based on
patient needs.
6. Allows patient to steady themselves and asks if they are
ready to ambulate.
7 Constantly assesses patient for signs and symptoms of
dizziness or fatigue.
8. When ambulation is complete, assists patient back to
seated position while a strong hold is maintained on the gait
belt.
9. Removes gait belt from patient when ambulation is
complete.
10. Documents procedure as necessary.
No
COMMENTS
Recommendation: Pass _____ Needs more practice _____
Student:
Date:
Instructor: Michelle Baxley
Date:
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