You have been assigned to admit Mrs. Keith to the long-term-care facility. She is 85 years old. Her daughter, who has cared for her since she had a stroke, recently passed away. Mrs. Keith's son, who lives in another state, is admitting her.
Explain how to prepare the room before Mrs. Keith arrives at the facility.

What will be an ideal response?

Check the lights, call light, and bed controls to make sure they are working. Check the telephone for a dial tone. Check the bed for clean sheets, pillow, and spread. Lock the bed’s wheels, and place the bed in the low position. Move the overbed table out of the way. Place a pitcher and glass on the bedside table, and place personal items on the bedside stand. Check the bathroom for cleanliness, soap, toilet tissue, and paper towels. Place a clean washcloth and towels in the bathroom. Check the dresser drawers for cleanliness. Open the bed if this is the facility’s policy.