Personal Care Skills - Dressing
Assist a resident who has weakness on one side (affected side) to dress in a clean shirt or gown using proper technique to protect the weak extremity.
Critical steps are identified only where the CareFlow study checklist marks them.
Perform hand hygiene
Critical step
Address resident by name and explain the procedure
Provide privacy by closing door and curtain
Critical step
Allow resident to choose clothing if possible
Position resident comfortably - sitting is preferred if able
To remove garment: Remove from unaffected (strong) side first
Critical step
Support affected (weak) arm while removing garment from that side
Critical step
To put on garment: Insert affected (weak) arm into sleeve first
Critical step
Pull sleeve up over affected shoulder
Gather back of garment and bring around to unaffected side
Assist resident to insert unaffected (strong) arm into sleeve
Fasten buttons, snaps, or other closures
Adjust garment for comfort and proper fit
Position resident comfortably with call light within reach
Place soiled clothing in appropriate container
Perform hand hygiene
Critical step
Requirements and evaluator wording can vary by state and testing program. Compare this study checklist with your current candidate handbook and instructor guidance.