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When a resident is attempting to get out of bed without help, the immediate priority is safety through close supervision and a controlled transfer. The best action is to stay with the resident to monitor the situation, call for help if needed, and assist with a safe transfer using a gait belt. Staying with them reduces the risk of a fall and lets you assess what they need—checking for dizziness, weakness, or confusion—and respond promptly. Asking for help ensures you have enough support or equipment to move them safely. A gait belt provides a secure grip and control during the transfer, helping you guide the resident to a chair or back to bed without pulling on limbs, which protects both of you from injury. Yelling from across the hall delays assistance and does not address safety. Moving the resident back to bed without assistance can cause injury if they resist or collapse. Removing pillows and leaving the room increases risk by removing supportive barriers and leaving the resident unattended.