In which of the following situations would the nurse use this type of restraint (see figure)?
A. To secure the shoulders and the waist
B. To immobilize a client's arm and shoulders
C. To prevent the client from getting out of bed
D. To prevent dislodgment of an intravenous line
E. To prevent the client from turning from side to side
F. To prevent the use of the hands while allowing free arm movement
Ans:
D. To prevent dislodgment of an intravenous line
F. To prevent the use of the hands while allowing free arm movement
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