A practical nurse (PN) is reinforcing teaching for a client with severe osteoarthritis of the hips who is learning to use a sock aid to dress independently. In which order should the PN instruct the client to perform the following steps? (Arrange the actions in the correct chronological sequence.)
- 1Place the sock aid on the lap and slide the sock completely over the plastic trough.
- 2Hold the pull cords securely and lower the sock aid to the floor in front of the foot.
- 3Slip the toes and the ball of the foot into the opening of the sock.
- 4Pull evenly on both cords to glide the sock over the heel and up the calf.
- 5Slide the plastic device out of the top of the sock and set it aside.
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The correct sequence is to load the sock onto the trough on the lap, lower the device to the floor using the cords, insert the foot into the opening, pull the cords evenly to draw the sock up the leg, and finally remove the device.
The correct sequence follows the logical progression of preparing the assistive device (loading the sock), positioning it without breaking physical precautions (lowering with cords), engaging with the device (inserting the foot), executing the task (pulling the sock on), and finally removing the equipment. This step-by-step process maximizes client independence and safety by eliminating the need to bend at the waist or hips.
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Promoting independence in ADLs using assistive equipment