A Patient Was Placed in Restraints for 2 Hours in Order

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient was placed in restraints for 2 hours in order to help manage impulsive,destructive,unsafe behavior.Which statement made by the charge nurse during a meeting to discuss the incident shows an understanding of the need to use restraints only as a last resort?

• A) "How did this situation get so out of control?"
• B) "You all know that restraints are used only as a last resort."
• C) "Can anyone tell me why restraints were used on this patient?"
• D) "Let's review what exactly happened that led to the use of restrains."

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Definitions:

Keloid

A raised, often large scar that grows beyond the original bounds of a wound, resulting from excessive collagen production during healing.

Collagen

The main structural protein found in skin and other connective tissues, widely used in purified form for cosmetic surgical treatments.

Decubitus

A medical term referring to a body position in which the patient lies down. It also pertains to pressure sores that can develop from prolonged bedrest.

Bedsore

A sore that develops on the body due to prolonged pressure from lying in one position.