Where should the call light be left when you leave a resident's room?

Where should the call light be left when you leave a resident's room?

• A. On the bedside table out of reach
• B. In the hallway to remind the resident
• C. In the nurse's station
• D. Within reach of the resident's stronger hand

Answer: (D)

Accessible call lights promote prompt assistance and safety. The call light should be placed so the resident can reach it easily, ideally on the near bedside table within arm’s reach of their strongest hand. This arrangement supports independence by allowing the resident to summon help quickly without needing to stretch or move out of bed. Leaving the light in the hallway, at the nurse’s station, or out of reach would delay help and could increase risk if the resident needs assistance. Placing it on the stronger-hand side makes a quick, confident press of the button more likely when help is needed.

Accessible call lights promote prompt assistance and safety. The call light should be placed so the resident can reach it easily, ideally on the near bedside table within arm’s reach of their strongest hand. This arrangement supports independence by allowing the resident to summon help quickly without needing to stretch or move out of bed. Leaving the light in the hallway, at the nurse’s station, or out of reach would delay help and could increase risk if the resident needs assistance. Placing it on the stronger-hand side makes a quick, confident press of the button more likely when help is needed.