A patient has a wrist restraint.Which of the following is especially important to report to the nurse?
A) Why the restraint was applied
B) The person's temperature
C) The person's respiratory rate
D) If you felt a pulse in the restrained extremity

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It is important to report if a pulse is felt in the restrained extremity as this may indicate that the restraint is too tight and could cause injury or compromise blood flow.

A Patient Has a Wrist Restraint