The nurse is discussing with a patient's physician the need for restraint.The nurse indicates that alternatives have been utilized.What behaviors would indicate that the alternatives are working?

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Offering diversionary activities such as something to hold is a way to keep the hands busy and provides an alternative to restraints.Assigning a room near the nurses' station or a chair at the desk can be an alternative for continuous monitoring.Getting up constantly can be cause for concern.Apologizing is not an alternative to restraints.Having a sitter sit with the patient to keep him occupied can be an alternative to restraints,but the sitter needs to be continuous.

The Nurse Is Discussing with a Patient's Physician the Need