Question

the nursing supervisor is concerned about excessive use of physical restraints on the unit. what interventions would the nursing supervisor employ to decrease the use of restraints? select all that apply. evaluate each client who is restrained and consult with the clients nurse about the use of the restraint. review and change, if needed, current policies at the agency for adherence to accepted national standards. obtain additional bed alarms or position - sensitive electronic devices for use as needed. encourage the nurses to use medications instead of physical restraints. provide classes for the nursing staff about

Explanation:

• Evaluating clients and consulting with nurses helps ensure appropriate restraint use.
• Reviewing and changing policies to meet national standards promotes proper practice.
• Obtaining alternative devices (bed alarms, etc.) reduces reliance on restraints.
• Providing staff classes educates on proper restraint use and alternatives.
• Using medications instead of restraints is not a proper intervention as medications have their own risks and should not be a direct substitution for proper restraint assessment and use.

Answer:

A. Evaluate each client who is restrained and consult with the client's nurse about the use of the restraint.
B. Review and change, if needed, current policies at the agency for adherence to accepted national standards.
C. Obtain additional bed alarms or position - sensitive electronic devices for use as needed.
E. Provide classes for the nursing staff about.