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Dressing & Undressing

When dressing a resident, in what order are clothes usually put on?

  • A.Shoes first, then pants over the shoes
  • B.Coat first, then shirt underneath
  • C.It is best to put all clothes on at once
  • D.Underwear and socks first, then outer clothing, then shoes
Correct answer

D. Underwear and socks first, then outer clothing, then shoes

Why

A logical order from inner to outer clothing is more comfortable and avoids redoing steps. Shoes go on last so pants fit correctly over them.

Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Activities of Daily Living: Dressing · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-055).

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