When least restrictive methods fail for an angry,aggressive client,a physician orders restraints at 3 a.m.Per JCAHO standards,at what time and by whom does the nurse expect an in-person client evaluation?
A)No later than 8 a.m. ,by a LIP or a clinical nurse specialist
B)No later than 4 a.m. ,by a physician or a LIP
C)No later than 3:30 a.m. ,by a physician or the client's case manager
D)No later than 6 a.m. ,by the psychiatrist or a clinical nurse specialist

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According to JCAHO standards, an in-person evaluation must be conducted within one hour of initiating restraints, and it must be done by a physician or a licensed independent practitioner (LIP).

When Least Restrictive Methods Fail for an Angry,aggressive Client,a Physician