Any manual method, physical or mechanical device, material or equipment that immobilizes or reduces the ability of a pt to move his/her arms, legs, body, or hand freely; or a medication when it is used as a restriction to mange the pt's behavior or restri

Use of calm voice, ask the pt what is wrong and really listen, make eye contact, do not react if pt screams or swears. Encourage pt when taking active steps toward calming down.

The involuntary confinement of a pt alone in a room or area from which the pt is physically prevented from leaving and may only be used for the management of violent or self destructive behavior.

Contact family/significant other to stay with pt. Use the bed alarm or chair alarm, move the pt's bed or chair so it is easier to see them when walking by room. Provide an activity to occupy their time and mind.

This is only considered a restraint if it is tied to the pt's bed.

The hospital must report all deaths of pts who were restrained within 24 hrs of death to this agency.

These are not considered a restraint if they must be raised for the bed to be operational, up per pt request, pt is sedated, comatose, paralyzed, or unresponsive; or if pt temporarily on a stretcher or being transported.

Secure restraint devices to a part of the bed that moves with the pt using a quick release knot or buckle and demonstrate.

This type of nursing personnel may initiate a restraint.

Behavior level, Device level, Independence level, Restraint Level