A nurse is caring for a patient who has a history of getting up without assistance, which has resulted in falls. The nurse selects a restraint alternative for this patient. Restraint alternatives include which of the following?

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Restraint alternatives aim to provide safety and prevent falls without physically restraining the patient. Leg monitors, bed monitors and chair monitors are examples of restraint alternatives that can alert the staff when the patient is attempting to get up or move without assistance, allowing for timely intervention while also preserving the patient's dignity and freedom of movement. Vests and jackets are examples of physical restraints and should be avoided whenever possible according to the least restrictive means principle.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has a History