The nurse is concerned that the patient will pull out the endotracheal tube.As part of the nursing management,the nurse obtains an order for:

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Restraints are associated with an increased incidence of agitation and delirium.Therefore,the least restrictive methods of restraint are recommended,which is the soft wrist restraints.The Posey-type vest will not prevent self-extubation.The least amount of sedation is also recommended; therefore,neither increasing the dosage of lorazepam nor adding propofol is indicated and would likely prolong mechanical ventilation.

The Nurse Is Concerned That the Patient Will Pull Out