Component Task: Orientation of patient to ward environment (Ambulant)

COMPONENT TASK

1. Establish rapport with patient by introducing herself.
2.  Mentions the name of the ward to him.
3.  Introduces patient to ward staff around and other patients.
4.  Shows patient the nurses office, shows patient his bed.
5.  Shows patient the bathroom and the toilet.
6.  Shows patient dining hall and dayroom.
7.  Shows patient the patients’ cupboard and bed locker.
8.  Informs patient of ward activities.
9.  Tells patient whom to contact for any information. 
10.  Encourages patient to ask questions.
11.  Thank patient and put him to bed.