A Patient Has Been Placed in Four-Point Leather Restraints Following

question 32

Multiple Choice

A patient has been placed in four-point leather restraints following a violent episode.The nurse establishing the care plan must ensure that the restraints are removed according to what guidelines?

• A) After a minimum of 4 hours of seclusion
• B) Every 2 hours, one restraint at a time, for 10 minutes
• C) To allow the patient to eat, drink, or use the bathroom
• D) After the patient is sedated with antipsychotropic medication

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Upper Arm

The portion of the arm located between the shoulder and the elbow, primarily consisting of the biceps and triceps muscles.

Flexion

A movement that decreases the angle between two body parts, such as bending the elbow or knee.

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A type of cartilaginous joint where bones are connected by hyaline cartilage, allowing for growth or slight movement.

Sternocostal

Pertaining to the region or articulations where the ribs meet the sternum, crucial for rib cage flexibility and resilience.