Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
The nurse is planning a staff development conference about restraints. Which of the following information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,C
Rationale
Untethered mittens are not restraints, and belt restraints should be applied over clothing to prevent skin irritation. Elbow restraints restrict arm movement, prone positioning is unsafe, and verbal aggression alone does not justify restraints.