A 74-year-old male is admitted with an acute ischemic stroke…
A 74-year-old male is admitted with an acute ischemic stroke. He is plegic on the right side and has an NG tube in place for nutrition because he failed a swallow study. Over the past hour, he has repeatedly attempted to pull out the NG tube despite frequent reorientation and nursing interventions. He is alert but agitated, with a RASS score of +2. Which of the following statements best reflects the most appropriate next step in management regarding restraints?
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