1.Explains procedure, speaking clearly, slowly, and directly, maintaining face-to-face contact whenever possible
2.Privacy is provided with a curtain screen, or door
3.Client is in supine position (lying down in bed) while stocking is applied
4.Turns stocking inside-out
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5.Places foot of stocking over toes, foot, and heel
6.Pulls top of stocking over foot, heel and leg
7.Moves foot and leg gently and naturally, avoiding force and over-extension of limb and joints
8.Finishes procedure with no twists or wrinkles
9.Signaling device is within reach and bed is in low position
10.Washes hands
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