The nurse is caring for a patient who has been belligerent and is in 4-point "leather" restraints. When the patient continues to be verbally abusive and still tries to kick and punch staff even though he is restrained, the nurse should carry out which action?

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Provision 1.5 (of the Nursing Code of Ethics) states, "The principle of respect for persons extends to all individuals with whom the nurse interacts. The nurse maintains compassionate and caring relationships with colleagues and others with a commitment to the fair treatment of individuals, to integrity-preserving compromise, and to resolving conflict. The nurse should make all attempts to provide for the patient's needs. It is unrealistic to only provide care if security is present. Telling the patient that the police will be called is threatening.

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