A device such as a table across the patient's lap is considered a restraint only if
A. it fastens securely to the bed frame or chair.
B. it is used for staff convenience.
C. it improves the patient's function or posture.
D. the patient does not have the physical or mental ability to remove it.
Answer: D
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a. adrenal cortical ste-roids c. amino acids b. alpha-fetoproteins d. surfactant
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