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restraint
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restraint /re·straint/ (re-strānt´) the forcible confinement or control of a subject.
re·straint (r-strnt)
n.
1. An instrument or a means of restraint to prevent the infliction of harm to self or others, such as a straightjacket.
2. Control or repression of feelings; constraint.

restraint
[ristrānt′]
Etymology: L, restringere, to confine
any one of numerous mechanical devices or chemical agents used to hinder or restrict a patient's movement. Examples of mechanical restraints are specially designed slings, jackets, or diapers. Restraints that are too tight may cause skin irritation; those that fit too loosely do not serve their purpose. When a restraining device needs to be used, it should be correctly sized for the patient and allow enough space for two fingers to fit between the patient's skin and the restraint. Restraints are usually removed every 4 hours or more frequently to assess skin integrity and provide skin care. Release of restraints at least every 2 hours is recommended to allow range-of-motion exercises and assistance with activities of daily living. Throughout the period of restraint, it is important to continue recording all physical and psychosocial assessments in accordance with hospital protocol. See also mechanical restraint.

restraint,
n any one of a number of devices used in aiding the immobilization of patients, especially children in traction.

restraint
control of an animal so that it can be examined or treated.

restraint bag
see feline restraint bag.
restraint cage
see squeeze cage.
chemical restraint
tranquilizers, sedatives and anesthetics are used depending on the wildness of the animal. See also blow dart.
diversionary restraint
use of various techniques to distract the animal and permit minimal physical restraint, usually used on horses. Examples are tapping or rubbing the head, using a blindfold, pressure on a skin fold, holding an ear, applying a chain shank over the bridge of the nose and use of a war bridle.
physical restraint
includes everything from halters to casting harness for horses, from hog-holders to dog-catchers.

restraint
Control or prevention of an action Nursing Any device used to restrict the free movement of Pts with behavioral or physical problems, who may cause harm to themselves and others. See Mechanical restraint, Pharmacologic restraint.


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