Support Worker Interview Question:

A resident is in a wheelchair, he tries to get up when restraints are taken off. Will you use the restraints? What is the restraint policy?

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A restraint is any device, barrier (such as bed side rails), garment (mittens, posy jackets), furniture (Geri chair) or medications that limits or restricts freedom of movement or access to one's body.
Following are some of the key points that can be mentioned as part of your answer:
☛ Restraints can never be used for staff convenience.
☛ Always try to determine the cause of the client's agitation or behavior.
☛ Restraint use should always be avoided.
☛ Informed consent is required.
☛ Restraints can only be used in extreme cases and when necessary to prevent harm.
☛ A doctor's order is required for use of restraints on a client.
☛ Least restraint method is to be used at all times.
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