Which practice should be avoided during weighing?

Which practice should be avoided during weighing?

• A. Allowing the resident to touch the scale or surrounding objects while on it
• B. Ensuring the resident is balanced and not touching anything
• C. Assisting to stand and walk to the scale
• D. Locking wheelchair brakes

Answer: (A)

During weighing, the goal is to get an accurate, safe measurement by having the resident bear only their own weight. Allowing the resident to touch the scale or any surrounding objects can add external force or create instability, which changes the reading and increases the risk of a fall. So that practice should be avoided. Instead, have the resident stay balanced and not touch anything else so the scale accurately reflects their body weight. If needed, help the resident to the scale and provide support without giving them something to brace against that could alter the measurement. Also, keep the wheelchair brakes locked to prevent movement during the weighing, and ensure they stand still and centered on the scale for an accurate reading.

During weighing, the goal is to get an accurate, safe measurement by having the resident bear only their own weight. Allowing the resident to touch the scale or any surrounding objects can add external force or create instability, which changes the reading and increases the risk of a fall. So that practice should be avoided. Instead, have the resident stay balanced and not touch anything else so the scale accurately reflects their body weight. If needed, help the resident to the scale and provide support without giving them something to brace against that could alter the measurement. Also, keep the wheelchair brakes locked to prevent movement during the weighing, and ensure they stand still and centered on the scale for an accurate reading.