The experience of being physically restrained can be traumatic. Which nursing intervention would best help the client deal with this experience?
A. Administering a tranquilizing medication before applying the restraints
B. Talking to the client at brief but regular intervals while the client is restrained
C. Decreasing stimuli by leaving the client alone most of the time
D. Checking on the client infrequently, in order to meet documentation requirements
ANS: B
Restraints are never to be used as punishment or for the convenience of the staff. Connecting with the client by maintaining communication during the period of restraint will help the client recognize this intervention as a therapeutic treatment versus a punishment.
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