Which term refers to using physical means to immobilize a patient?

Which term refers to using physical means to immobilize a patient?

• A. Seclusion
• B. Chest physical therapy
• C. Restraint (physical)
• D. Ischemia

Answer: (C)

Physical restraint is using physical means to immobilize a patient. It involves devices or staff holding or limiting movement to prevent harm, keep a patient safe during procedures, or maintain a treatment plan when less restrictive options have failed. Seclusion, by comparison, is isolating a person in a room or area to restrict interaction, not specifically to immobilize the body. Chest physical therapy refers to techniques to clear secretions from the lungs, not to restrict movement. Ischemia describes a lack of blood flow to tissue, a physiological condition, not a restraint practice.

Physical restraint is using physical means to immobilize a patient. It involves devices or staff holding or limiting movement to prevent harm, keep a patient safe during procedures, or maintain a treatment plan when less restrictive options have failed. Seclusion, by comparison, is isolating a person in a room or area to restrict interaction, not specifically to immobilize the body. Chest physical therapy refers to techniques to clear secretions from the lungs, not to restrict movement. Ischemia describes a lack of blood flow to tissue, a physiological condition, not a restraint practice.