Question

Litigation resulting from improper restraint use is a common nursing legal issue. A nursing student is listing points related to the use of restraints. Which factor needs correction?

1
Restraints can be used when less restrictive interventions are not successful.
2
Restraints can be used when all other alternatives have been tried and exhausted.
3
Restraints can be used only to ensure the physical safety of the resident or other residents.
4
Restraints can be used anytime without a written order from the healthcare provider.

Answer 1

Restraints can be used anytime without a written order from the healthcare provider.

Step-by-step explanation:

Medical restraints may be defined as a type of the physical restraints that are used during the medical procedures. This is mainly done to restraint the patient to provide minimum pain and discomfort.

Restraints can only be used on the written statement of the health care providers. This can also be used when low restrictive interventions are unsuccessful. If all other options cannot be used then restraints are used. This only provides the physical safety.

Thus, the correct answer is option (4).