Module K: Definitions

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

a physical restraint used between the thighs to keep a resident’s hips from slipping forward

Question 3

Physical Restraint (or protective device)

Answer 3

any physical or mechanical device, material or equipment which restricts freedom of movement or normal access to one’s body

Question 4

Restraint

Answer 4

a 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

an environment in which restraints are not kept or used for any reason

Question 7

Seat Belts

Answer 7

a belt around a resident’s waist to prevent falls from a wheelchair

Question 8

Soft Cloth Mittens

Answer 8

a physical restraint using a mitt that limits mobility of hands and use of fingers, frequently used for residents who could harm themselves by pulling at tubing, removing dressings, touching incisions or scratching a wound

Question 9

Soft Limb Ties

Answer 9

a physical restraint used to keep a limb immobilized

Question 10

Vest Support or Crossover Jacket

Answer 10

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

Question 11

Wrist Restraints

Answer 11

a physical restraint that limits arm movement