Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a patient who is withdrawing from heavy alcohol use and who is consequently combative and confused, despite the administration of benzodiazepines. The patient has a fractured hip that he suffered in a traumatic accident and is trying to get out of bed. What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?
A) Leave the patient and get help.
B) Obtain a physicians order to restrain the patient.
C) Read the facilitys policy on restraints.
D) Order soft restraints from the storeroom.
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