An 8-month-old infant is restrained to prevent interference with the intravenous infusion. The nurse should:
A)Remove the restraints once a day to allow movement.
B)Keep the restraints on constantly.
C)Keep the restraints secure so infant remains supine.
D)Remove restraints whenever possible.

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The nurse should remove the restraints whenever possible. When parents and/or staff are present,the restraints can be removed,and the intravenous site protected. Restraints must be checked and documented every 1 to 2 hours and should be removed for range of motion on a periodic basis. The child should not be securely restrained in the supine position because of risks of aspiration.

An 8-Month-Old Infant Is Restrained to Prevent Interference with the Intravenous