MDS Alert
Coding Quizzer:
Keep 'Walking in Corridor' ADL Scores in Line
Published on Sun Aug 14, 2005 
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How would you code the following example for Section G (walk in corridor)?
Mrs. Q. requires continual verbal cueing and help with hand placement when walking down the unit hallway. Mrs. Q. needs frequent reminders on how to use her walker, where to place her hands and to pick up her feet. She frequently needs to be physically guided to the day room.
Answer:
You should code:
Self performance = 2 Support provided = 2
Coding rationale: Resident requires non-weight bearing assistance for safe
ambulation.
Source: RAI user's manual, p. 3-85.
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