An HCA enters a resident's room and finds them on the floor next to their bed. The resident is conscious and complaining of hip pain. What should the HCA do first?

Question: An HCA enters a resident's room and finds them on the floor next to their bed. The resident is conscious and complaining of hip pain. What should the HCA do first?

Answer options: ✅ Call for the Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) immediately.

• Help the resident get back into bed.
• Offer pain medication if available at the bedside.
• Document the fall incident in the resident's chart.

Correct answer: Call for the Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) immediately.

Explanation: Any fall, especially with reported pain, requires immediate assessment by a nurse to determine the extent of injury before moving the resident. Moving the resident without assessment could worsen an injury, such as a fracture. The HCA's role is to ensure safety and report.