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A confused patient needs to have restraints applied to prevent him from pulling out his Foley catheter.Which of the following options can the nurse delegate to an unregulated care provider (UCP) ?

A) Applying restraints.
B) Obtaining a physician's order to restrain the patient.
C) Documenting the events that led to restraining the patient.
D) Evaluating the effectiveness of the restraints.

Foley Catheter

A flexible tube inserted into the bladder to drain urine, often used during surgical procedures or for patients with urinary retention.

Unregulated Care Provider

A caregiver or health service provider who is not governed by formal or legal standards set by a regulatory body.

Restraints

Devices or methods used to prevent a person from causing harm to themselves or others, often used in healthcare and law enforcement.

  • Perceive the adoption and outcomes of restraints in the provision of patient care.
  • Acquire knowledge on the legal and ethical factors critical to patient safety and the prevention of injuries.
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