A patient has a wrist restraint. Which of the following is it especially important to report to the nurse?
A) Why the restraint was applied
B) The person's temperature
C) The person's respiratory rate
D) If you felt a pulse in the restrained extremity

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It is important to check for a pulse in the restrained extremity to ensure adequate circulation. If a pulse cannot be felt or the extremity appears pale or cool, this could indicate circulation problems and should be reported to the nurse immediately. Knowing why the restraint was applied, the patient's temperature, and respiratory rate are also important, but they do not necessarily relate to the use of a wrist restraint.

A Patient Has a Wrist Restraint