Which of the following best describes four-point restraints?
A) Straps restraining the patient across the chest, hips, thighs, and legs
B) A separate restraint on each of the four extremities
C) A commercially manufactured restraint device
D) Restraint of the head, torso, arms, and legs

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Four-point restraints refer to separate restraints being used on each of the four extremities (two wrists and two ankles) to immobilize a patient. This method of restraint is typically reserved for the most extreme cases and is only used when all other alternatives have failed. Straps across the chest, hips, thighs or legs would not be considered four-point restraints, nor is it necessary to restrain the head for this type of restraint. There is no commercially manufactured restraint device specifically called four-point restraints.

Which of the Following Best Describes Four-Point Restraints