Definitions K

Question 1

Chemical restraint

Answer 1

Any drug used to control actions of a resident for convenience of staff

Question 2

Pelvic support

Answer 2

Physical restraint used between resident’s thighs to prevent them from slipping forward

Question 3

Physical restraint (protective device)

Answer 3

Any physical or mechanical device, material, or equipment which restricts freedom of movement or access to body

Question 4

Restraint

Answer 4

Physical or chemical way to restrict voluntary movement or behavior

Question 5

Restraint alternative

Answer 5

Measures used instead of physical or chemical restraints

Question 6

Restraint-free care

Answer 6

Environment where restraints are not kept or used for any reason

Question 7

Seat belts

Answer 7

Belt around resident’s waist to prevent falls from wheelchair

Question 8

Soft cloth mittens

Answer 8

Physical restraint using a mitt that limits mobility and utility of hands and fingers. Frequently used for residents who could harm themselves by pulling at tubing, removing dressings, touching incisions, or scratching at wounds

Question 9

Soft limb ties

Answer 9

Physical restraint used to keep a limb immobilized

Question 10

Vest support (crossover jacket)

Answer 10

Physical restraint put on like a jacket to provide support in a wheelchair or limit mobility of upper body in bed

Question 11

Wrist restraints

Answer 11

Physical restraint used to limit arm movement