An Older Patient Diagnosed with Dementia Has Begun Behaviors That

Multiple Choice

An older patient diagnosed with dementia has begun behaviors that increase the risk of falling.The patient's son tells the nurse that "physical restraints may be used." The nurse responds

A) "I'll document that,so that the staff can use them when necessary."
B) "Physical restraints are seldom effective on patients with dementia."
C) "The staff will use physical restraints only as a last resort."
D) "There are more effective methods to use to help ensure her safety."