Government Standards Regarding Mechanical and Physical Restraints Identify That

question 13

Multiple Choice

Government standards regarding mechanical and physical restraints identify that:

• A) Alternative measures are to be implemented first
• B) The nurse's judgment is all that is required for their implementation
• C) Restraints should be used immediately for all patients who may need them
• D) Restraints cannot be used except to prevent others from being harmed

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