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GG0120ZSection GGv1.20.1Manual page GG-8
Mobility devices: none of the above
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Steps for Assessment
1. Review the medical record for references to locomotion during the 7-day observation period.
2. Talk with staff members who work with the resident as well as family/significant others
about devices the resident used for mobility during the observation period.
3. Observe the resident during locomotion.
GG0120: Mobility Devices (cont.)
Coding Instructions
Record the type(s) of mobility devices the resident normally uses for locomotion (in room and in
facility). Check all that apply:
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Check GG0120A, Cane/crutch: if the resident used a cane or crutch, including
single-prong, tripod, quad cane, etc.
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Check GG0120B, Walker: if the resident used a walker or hemi-walker, including an
enclosed frame-wheeled walker with or without a posterior seat and lap cushion. Also
check this item if the resident walks while pushing a wheelchair for support.
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Check GG0120C, Wheelchair (manual or electric): if the resident normally
sits in a wheelchair when moving about. Include wheelchairs that are hand propelled,
motorized, or pushed by another person. Do not include geri-chairs, reclining chairs with
wheels, positioning chairs, scooters, and other types of specialty chairs.
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Check GG0120D, Limb prosthesis: if the resident used an artificial limb to replace
a missing extremity.
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Check GG0120Z, None of the above: if the resident used none of the mobility
devices listed in GG0120 or locomotion did not occur during the observation period.
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