Ch. 13 Restraints Alternatives and Restraints

Question 1

Chemical restraint

Answer 1

Any drug used for discipline or convenience and not required to treat medical symptoms

Question 2

Enabler

Answer 2

A device that limits freedom of movement but is used to promote independence, comfort, or safety

Question 3

Physical restraint

Answer 3

Any manual method or physical or mechanical device, material, or equipment that: 1) Is attached to or near the person’s body 2) Cannot be removed easily by the person 3) Restricts freedom of movement or normal access to the body