A geriatric client is confused and wandering in and out of every door. Which scenario reflects the least restrictive alternative for this client?
1. The client is placed in seclusion.
2. The client is placed in a geriatric chair with tray.
3. The client is placed in soft Posey restraints.
4. The client is monitored by an ankle bracelet.
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Rationale: The least-restrictive alternative for this client would be monitoring by an ankle bracelet. The client does not pose a direct dangerous threat to self or others, so neither physical restraints nor seclusion would be justified.
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