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. encourage the nurses to use medications instead of physical restraints. provide classes for the nursing staff about appropriate use of restraints and alternatives to restraints.

Explanation:

• Evaluating clients and consulting with nurses ensures proper use of restraints.
• Reviewing and changing policies to meet national standards helps regulate restraint use.
• Providing classes educates staff on appropriate restraint use and alternatives.
• Using medications instead of restraints is not a proper intervention as it may not address the root cause and has its own risks.

Answer:

• Evaluate each client who is restrained and consult with the client's nurse about the use of the restraint.
• Review and change, if needed, current policies at the agency for adherence to accepted national standards.
• Provide classes for the nursing staff about appropriate use of restraints and alternatives to restraints.