What should you do before entering a resident's room to obtain permission?

What should you do before entering a resident's room to obtain permission?

• A. Greet
• B. Knock
• C. Announce
• D. Open Door

Answer: (B)

Knocking is the first step to respect the resident’s privacy and safety. It gives them a chance to respond, confirm who is at the door, and indicate whether it’s okay to enter. After knocking, wait for a response and only enter with their permission. Greeting someone once you’re inside is appropriate, but it doesn’t obtain entry consent. Opening the door without notice can startle the resident or invade their privacy and is not acceptable.

Knocking is the first step to respect the resident’s privacy and safety. It gives them a chance to respond, confirm who is at the door, and indicate whether it’s okay to enter. After knocking, wait for a response and only enter with their permission. Greeting someone once you’re inside is appropriate, but it doesn’t obtain entry consent. Opening the door without notice can startle the resident or invade their privacy and is not acceptable.