Assisting with Bedpan CNA skills checklist

Perform hand hygiene and apply clean gloves

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Address resident by name and explain the procedure

Provide privacy by closing door and curtain

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Raise bed to comfortable working height

Lower head of bed to flat position if tolerated

Fold top linens back to expose hips while keeping upper body covered

Ask resident to raise hips by bending knees and pushing with feet, or assist by turning resident to side

Place bedpan under resident's buttocks with wider end toward back

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Ensure resident is properly positioned on bedpan

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Raise head of bed to comfortable position for elimination

Place toilet tissue and call light within reach

Remove gloves and wash hands, then leave room to provide privacy

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Return when called, perform hand hygiene, and apply clean gloves

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Lower head of bed and assist resident to raise hips or turn to side

Remove bedpan carefully, holding it level to prevent spills

Provide perineal care as needed and assist with hand washing

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Note and record characteristics of output (amount, color, consistency)

Empty bedpan into toilet, rinse, and store properly

Remove gloves and perform hand hygiene

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Position resident comfortably with call light within reach