Question of the Week – December 15, 2021

Rationale:

Wrist and ankle restraints are devices used to limit the client’s movement in situations when it is necessary to immobilize a limb. Restraints are not applied to keep a client in bed at night and should never be used as a form of punishment. Restraints are applied to prevent the client from injuring self or others; pulling out intravenous lines, catheters, or tubes; or removing dressings. Restraints also may be used to keep children still and from injuring themselves during treatments and diagnostic procedures. A primary health care provider’s prescription is required for the use of restraints, and state and agency procedures are always followed when restraints are used.

Additional info:

Level of Cognitive Ability: Evaluating

Client Needs: Safe and Effective Care Environment

Clinical Judgment/Cognitive Skills: Evaluate outcomes

Integrated Process: Teaching and Learning

Content Area: Foundations of Care: Safety

Health Codes: N/A

Priority Concepts: Health Care Law; Safety