Restraints and Protocols Study Guide

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Questions and Answers

In a hospital, what is the maximum time limit for each original restraint order and renewal for adults (18 years +)?

1 hour

2 hours

4 hours (correct)

6 hours

When a restraint is needed, what type of order is required and who must provide the order?

Phone order from a healthcare provider

Written order from any staff member

Verbal order from a nurse

Provider orders required and must be ordered by a healthcare provider (correct)

What is the goal regarding the use of restraints for patients?

To discontinue using restraints as soon as possible (correct)

To continue using restraints until the patient is discharged

To increase the frequency of restraint use

To change the type of restraint used regularly

Who is responsible for assessing the patient's behavior, orientation to environment, need for restraints, and appropriate use of restraints?

Registered Nurse (RN) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum consecutive hours for which orders may be renewed for a patient in restraints?

24 hours Signup and view all the answers

What must a registered nurse (RN) assess for nonviolent patients who are in restraints?

Every 2 hours Signup and view all the answers

What can a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) do regarding patients in restraints?

Take the patient out of restraints Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a restraint be used according to the given information?

To prevent interruption of therapy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a part of standard precautions for infection control?

Wearing gloves only when touching blood and body fluids Signup and view all the answers

What should be used for hand hygiene when hands are not visibly soiled or contaminated with blood or body fluids?

Alcohol-based hand rub Signup and view all the answers

Which type of isolation is needed for diseases transmitted through respiratory droplets?

Droplet isolation Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended regarding artificial fingernails and extenders if duties include direct contact with patients at high risk for infection?

They should be removed during patient care Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended method for needle recapping?

Using one-handed scoop method Signup and view all the answers

When should hands be washed with non-antimicrobial or antimicrobial soap and water according to the text?

When hands are visibly soiled or contaminated with blood or body fluids Signup and view all the answers

What should be used to wash hands if contact with spores is likely to have occurred according to the text?

Antimicrobial soap and water Signup and view all the answers

"Respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette" includes which of the following actions according to the text?

Having pts cover nose and mouth when sneezing and coughing Signup and view all the answers

What type of isolation is needed for specific diseases transmitted through the air?

Airborne isolation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Restraint Orders and Use

Maximum time limit for each original restraint order and renewal for adults (18 years +): not specified
Type of order required when a restraint is needed: physician's order
Goal regarding the use of restraints for patients: to minimize use and ensure patient safety
Responsible for assessing patient's behavior, orientation to environment, need for restraints, and appropriate use of restraints: RN

Assessment and Care

Maximum consecutive hours for which orders may be renewed for a patient in restraints: not specified
RN must assess for nonviolent patients who are in restraints: circulation, sensation, and movement
LPN's role regarding patients in restraints: assist with care, but not responsible for assessing or initiating restraints

Infection Control and Isolation

Circumstances under which a restraint can be used: not specified
Not part of standard precautions for infection control: none specified
Hand hygiene when hands are not visibly soiled or contaminated with blood or body fluids: use alcohol-based hand rub
Type of isolation needed for diseases transmitted through respiratory droplets: droplet precautions
Recommendation for artificial fingernails and extenders if duties include direct contact with patients at high risk for infection: avoid their use
Recommended method for needle recapping: do not recap needles

Hand Hygiene and Isolation

When to wash hands with non-antimicrobial or antimicrobial soap and water: after caring for a patient, after using the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing nose, coughing, or sneezing
Hand washing solution to use if contact with spores is likely to have occurred: soap and water

Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette

Actions included in "respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette": covering the mouth and nose with a tissue, throwing away the tissue, and performing hand hygiene
Type of isolation needed for specific diseases transmitted through the air: airborne precautions

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Prepare for Exam 1 by reviewing information on restraints including their application, protocols, delegation, and appropriateness. Understand the use of physical restraints as a last resort and the necessity of provider orders for their application.