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RCP 1 - Initial Steps (1)
RCP 1 - Initial Steps (1)
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome RCP - Initial Steps
Students will correctly perform initial steps. No critical errors are permitted. To meet expectations, students may have no more than 2 non-critical errors. 
threshold: 3.0 pts
5 pts
Exceeds Expectations
3 pts
Meets Expectations
0 pts
Does Not Meet Expectations
pts
5 pts
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1. Ask nurse about resident's needs, abilities and limitations, gather necessary supplies.
threshold: pts
2 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
pts
2 pts
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2. Knock and identify yourself before entering the resident's room. Wait for permission to enter the room.
threshold: pts
2 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
pts
2 pts
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3. Greet resident by name per resident preference.
threshold: pts
2 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
pts
2 pts
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4. Identify yourself by name and title.
threshold: pts
2 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
pts
2 pts
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5. Explain what you will be doing; encourage resident to help as able.
threshold: pts
2 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
pts
2 pts
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6. Gather supplies and check equipment.
threshold: pts
2 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
pts
2 pts
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7. Close curtains, drapes, and doors. Keep resident covered, expose only area of resident's body necessary to complete procedure.
threshold: pts
2 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
pts
2 pts
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8. Wash your hands.
threshold: pts
2 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
pts
2 pts
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9. Wear gloves as indicated by Standard Precautions.
threshold: pts
2 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
pts
2 pts
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10. Use proper body mechanics. Raise bed to the appropriate height and lower side rails if raised.
threshold: pts
2 pts
Full Marks
0 pts
No Marks
pts
2 pts
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