Title: Discuss the use of restraints, including the reasons to avoid their use.
Course: Nurse Aide (14051) > Section: Unit IV: Safety Measures

Discussion should include

- reasons for use (e.g., restrict voluntary movement)
- types of restraints
  - physical restraints/protective devices (e.g., bedside rails, wrist/ankle restraints)
  - chemical restraints (i.e., medication)
- reasons for avoiding use (e.g., bruising, stress and anxiety, loss of dignity)
- constraints on the use of restraints (e.g., requires an order from a health care provider, illegal to use for the convenience of the staff).