What is true of the use of restraints in long-term care facilities today?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.
1. The least restrictive restraint possible should be used.
2. Restraints should be used for all residents at risk for falls.
3. They are expressly forbidden by federal laws.
4. Use of restraints increases the need to monitor the resident.
5. Chemical restraints are preferable to physical restraints.
1,4
Rationale: In cases where restraints are indicated, the least restrictive device possible should be used.
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