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Outline BATTED

• B-Bathing
• A-Ambulation
• T-Toileting
• T-Transfers
• E-Eating
• D-Dressing

Description

When assessing a patient’s ability to care for him or herself at home we must assess their ability to complete activities of daily living. A patient’s ability to bath, walk, and toilet on their own will help us determine the level of care they will need when they leave the hospital.