Question
Select the term which is most completely and accurately paired with its definition.
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A
A physical restraint: A physical restraint is a manufactured device that is used, when necessary, to prevent falls.
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A physical restraint: A physical restraint is any mechanical device, material, or equipment attached to or adjacent to the resident’s body that the individual cannot remove easily which restricts freedom of movement or normal access to one’s body.
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A chemical restraint: A chemical restraint is a drug used for sedation to prevent falls.
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D
A chemical restraint: A chemical restraint is a drug used for discipline or convenience and not required to treat medical symptoms.
Correct Response: D
A chemical restraint: A chemical restraint is a drug used for discipline or convenience and not required to treat medical symptoms, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
The most complete and accurate definition of a physical restraint is any manual method or physical or mechanical device, material, or equipment attached to or adjacent to the resident’s body that the individual cannot remove easily which restricts freedom of movement or normal access to one’s body and is NOT a safety devices that is routinely used for certain procedures, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
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