Multiple Choice
A confused patient with a urinary catheter,nasogastric tube,and intravenous line keeps touching these needed items for care.The nurse has tried to explain to the patient that he should not touch these lines,but the patient continues.What is the best action by the nurse at this time?
A) Apply restraints loosely on the patient's dominant wrist.
B) Try other approaches to prevent the patient from touching these care items.
C) Notify the health care provider that restraints are needed immediately to maintain the patient's safety.
D) Allow the patient to pull out lines to prove that the patient needs to be restrained.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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