OASIS · Section GG
GG0170C — Sit to Lying (GG Section — Mobility)
Response options, how to score it, and the error that most often sends the record back. Cited to Ch. 4, Item GG0170C.
OASIS-E2 v1.00.0 · ingested 2026-04-26
Response options
| Value | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 06 | Independent |
| 05 | Setup or clean-up assistance |
| 04 | Supervision or touching assistance |
| 03 | Partial/moderate assistance |
| 02 | Substantial/maximal assistance |
| 01 | Dependent |
| 07 | Patient refused |
| 09 | Not applicable |
| 10 | Not attempted due to environmental limitations |
| 88 | Not attempted due to medical condition or safety concerns |
How to score it
Assess ability to move from a seated position to lying down on the bed. Score the level of assistance typically required. Setup (05) means the helper only adjusts pillows/blankets — the patient performs the movement. See Guidance Manual Ch. 4 GG section for full rubric.
The common error
Scoring 'setup' (05) when the helper is actually providing physical stabilization during the movement — that should be 'supervision or touching assistance' (04) at minimum.
Source: OASIS-E2 Guidance Manual — Ch. 4, Item GG0170C. Verified 2026-04-26.
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