You can assist the resident who is independent with ambulation by

You can assist the resident who is independent with ambulation by

• A. Telling him he must walk to the dining room for meals
• B. Encouraging him to attend group activities offered that day
• C. Not allowing him to use a wheelchair
• D. Remaining close to him when he walks

Answer: (B)

Encouraging participation in group activities helps a resident stay active and practice walking in a meaningful, social context. When a resident who is independent with ambulation has a clear, enjoyable reason to move—like attending a day’s group activity—ambulation becomes purposeful. This supports autonomy and confidence in moving around the facility, while still allowing you to observe and assist as needed for safety. Telling him he must walk to the dining room imposes a rule without room for personal choice, which can undermine autonomy and may not fit his pace or preferences that day. Not allowing use of a wheelchair removes a mobility option that might be appropriate for safety or fatigue management, potentially hindering independence. Staying too close while he walks provides safety, but can feel overbearing and may reduce his sense of independence; encouraging movement while watching from a reasonable distance lets him decide how to pace and when to seek assistance.

Encouraging participation in group activities helps a resident stay active and practice walking in a meaningful, social context. When a resident who is independent with ambulation has a clear, enjoyable reason to move—like attending a day’s group activity—ambulation becomes purposeful. This supports autonomy and confidence in moving around the facility, while still allowing you to observe and assist as needed for safety.

Telling him he must walk to the dining room imposes a rule without room for personal choice, which can undermine autonomy and may not fit his pace or preferences that day. Not allowing use of a wheelchair removes a mobility option that might be appropriate for safety or fatigue management, potentially hindering independence. Staying too close while he walks provides safety, but can feel overbearing and may reduce his sense of independence; encouraging movement while watching from a reasonable distance lets him decide how to pace and when to seek assistance.