Explanation
•A soft limb restraint can be applied to the patient's wrists to prevent pulling at the endotracheal tube while maintaining patient safety and preventing skin breakdown.
•Four-point restraints should be reserved for patients with a psychiatric illness or altered mental status that pose a risk to themselves or staff members. The use of four-point restraints should be reserved for only extreme situations.
•A vest restraint is used to keep a patient in bed.
•Shackles are metal and used for prisoners.