The nurse is assessing the patient's behavior to determine if restraints can be eliminated. He tells you that the restraints can be eliminated if the
A. patient's behavior improves.
B. patient's problem can be identified and corrected.
C. family will sit with the patient when the patient is agitated.
D. doctor orders a sedative medication.
Answer: B
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