What it means
A provider's order for activity, such as "OOB to chair three times a day" or "OOB as tolerated". It is often ordered soon after surgery, because moving early helps prevent blood clots, pneumonia, constipation and weakness.
For the nurse
Before getting a client up for the first time, check vital signs, have the client sit and then dangle the legs, and use a gait belt and help as needed. Watch for dizziness on standing.
In a chart
"Up OOB to chair for 30 minutes with assist of one; tolerated well."
At a glance
| Also written | OOB |
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Related terms
bed rest
An order that the client stays in bed, with any allowed activity spelled out by the provider.
gait belt
A wide belt fastened around a client's waist that a caregiver holds to steady them while they walk or move.
dangle
To sit on the edge of the bed with the legs hanging over the side, before standing up.