Which of the following statements about patient restraint is FALSE?
A) Patients should be transported in a prone position.
B) Restraining the thighs just above the knees can be more effective at preventing kicking than restraining at the ankles.
C) Verbal methods of deescalation should be tried before considering physical restraint.
D) Neuromuscular blocking agents should never be used to restrain a patient.
A
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A) "Your appendix could rupture, causing a major infection and shock." B) "The inflammation of the appendix will gradually subside, but in the meantime, the pain will be terrible." C) "If you do not get care, blood may clot in the intestine causing an obstruction." D) "The pain will most likely subside in a few hours. You may want to try an anti-inflammatory like Motrin."
According to the textbook, what should the therapist avoid using if the client is nause-ated from cancer treatments?
a. Reflexology b. Craniosacral therapy c. Aromatherapy and scented lubricants d. Alternating ice and heat packs