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CNA 2016 C. 12*

Restraint Alternatives and Safe Restraint Use

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An example of a _____________ restraint is a drug used for discipline. Chemical
A physical restraint restricts a person's freedom of movement
Restraints are use to protect persons from harming themselves or others
Restraints are used when other measures fail to protect the person
________________ consent is needed for restraint use. informed
The Joint Commission forbids the use of restraints. False
Restraints can cause death. True
A resident scratches and picks at his skin. You would expect the nurse to find the reason for behaviors
Restraint alternatives are part of the person’s care plan
Restraints are used to treat medical symptoms
Physical restraints limit movement or access to one's body
It is appropriate to use a small amount of force to apply a restraint. False
A resident’s sheets are tucked in very tight. The person cannot get out of bed and it is hard for the person to move in bed. The Tight sheets are restraints
A drug that makes a person sleepy and unable to function is chemical restraint
A restraint is ordered. ___________________________ is least likely to cause injuries. following the manufacturers instructions
Restraints affect a person’s dignity and self-esteem. True
Restraints are ordered by the doctor
Restraints can be ordered after after all other measures fail to protect the person
Unnecessary restraint is considered false imprisonment
A resident has wrist restraints. You need to check the person at least every _____ minutes. 15
Restraints are removed and basic needs are met at least every 2 hours
Restraints are applied so that they are snug
Giving back massages is a restraint alternative
Practicing measures to prevent falls is a restraint alternative. True
Floor cushions are placed next to beds is a restraint alternative
Certain residents tend to wander. Who needs to know who they are? all center staff
A chair with an attached tray table is a restraint
Padding walls and the corners of furniture is a restraint alternative
The manufacturer’s instructions are followed with restraints
A restraint is ordered for a resident. What restraint should you use? the one identified in the person's care plan
Restraints that are too big or too loose could cause strangulation
A nurse tells you to use towels and tape to restrain a person. You should refuse and tell why
Before applying a restraint, the person must be in good alignment
Restraint straps are secured to the moveable part of the bed frame
A resident has a wrist restraint. If you felt a pulse in the restrained extremity is especially important to report to the nurse. True
Vest restraints cross in the front
Jacket restraints open in the back
Restraints are secured according to the center's policy and the manufacturer's instructions
Bed rail covers and gap protectors protect the person from entrapment
The _____________ is kept within the person’s reach. call light
A resident keeps trying to pull out her feeding tube. Which restraint is the least restrictive? wrist restraint
Mitt restraints prevent finger use
Vest and jacket restraints are applied to the chest
___________________allows the person to turn from side to side or sit up in bed belt restraint
Before applying a restraint, you should find out when to apply and release the restraint. True
A person has a vest restraint. You need to check the person’s breathing
A person with a restraint is given skin care at least every 2 hours
A person with a restraint is repositioned at least every 2 hours
CMS requires the reporting of any death that occurs within 24 hours after a restraint was removed.
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