A furious and aggressive client is put in restraints and told that the restraints will be removed once the she regains control. At which time is removal of the restraints by the nurse appropriate?
A. When medication that has been administered has taken effect
B. When the client apologizes and tells the nurse that it will never happen again
C. When the nurse explores with the client the reasons for the angry and aggressive behavior
D. When no acts of aggression are observed in the hour following the release of two extremity restraints
Ans: D. When no acts of aggression are observed in the hour following the release of two extremity restraints
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