What is the first action listed in indirect care 4b?

• A. Wash hands
• B. Call light in hand
• C. Bed locked
• D. Introduce yourself

Answer: (B)

In indirect care tasks, the priority is to ensure the resident can safely request help if needed. Placing the call light in the resident’s hand does exactly that—it gives them a direct, easy way to summon assistance without having to reach or struggle, supporting safety and independence. That’s why it’s listed first in this sequence.

Washing hands is essential for infection control, but it’s a general safety habit that applies across many care activities and isn’t the first step in this specific indirect care order. Bed safety (like locking it) and introducing yourself are important parts of preparing and communicating with the resident, but they don’t address the immediate need to empower the resident to call for help, which is why they aren’t the first action here.