A Patient Who Underwent Surgery for a Bowel Obstruction Yesterday

A patient who underwent surgery for a bowel obstruction yesterday has become confused and has made several attempts to climb out of bed.The nurse is considering options to prevent the patient from harm.Which of the following actions could be delegated to assistive nursing personnel working with the nurse?

A) Assessing the patient for appropriateness of restraints
B) Calling the physician for an order for a restraint alternative
C) Discussing the need for restraints with the patient's family
D) Applying restraints after orders received by the nurse

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