The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act ( OBRA )of 1987 was written to protect the patient from physical or chemical restraint in which of the following situations?

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The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1987 specifically prohibits the use of physical or chemical restraints for discipline or convenience purposes. Restraints can only be used for the protection of the patient from self-harm or harm to others. Keeping a patient from leaving AMA is not a valid reason for using restraints under OBRA.

The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act ( OBRA )Of 1987 Was