When Applying Restraints on a Patient with an Endotracheal Tube

question 18

Multiple Choice

When applying restraints on a patient with an endotracheal tube who is on a ventilator,the nurse understands that they are placed to protect the patient from self-extubation.Which of the following must occur when the restraints are applied?

• A)Written permission from the patient or family.
• B)Written order from the physician
• C)Is accepted as a standard of care in the intensive care unit
• D)Cannot be used unless the patient attempts to self-extubate

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