Safety & Infection ControlQuestion 51 of 100
A patient is in a physical restraint. How often should the technician typically check the patient and release the restraint for circulation, toileting, and repositioning?
a.Once per shift
b.Every 4 hours
c.At least every 2 hours (or per facility policy), with frequent monitoring
d.Only at the end of the day
Explanation
A restrained patient must be monitored frequently, with the restraint typically released at least every 2 hours for repositioning, range of motion, toileting, and skin and circulation checks. Continuous monitoring guards against injury, impaired circulation, and skin breakdown. Documentation of checks and the patient's response is required.
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