Final answer:
A nurse's aide should verify the resident's identity using two identifiers to ensure they are serving the meal tray to the correct person. Reliance on the name on the tray, room number alone, or verbal confirmation from the resident alone is not sufficient.
Step-by-step explanation:
To verify that a nurse's aide (NA) has the correct resident for the meal tray being served, the NA should verify the resident's identity using two identifiers. This could include confirming the resident's name and checking another form of identification, such as a wristband with the resident's room number or date of birth.
It's not sufficient to rely on the name on the tray, the room number alone, or asking the resident if the meal is for them. Just as in a surgical setting where a nurse reviews items aloud with the team to confirm details like the name of the procedure, patient identification, and equipment issues, ensuring correct patient identity in non-surgical settings like meal delivery is crucial for resident safety.