An example of a physical restraint is

• A. Medication used to control behavior
• B. Loosen the clothing around the resident's neck
• C. Call for help
• D. Raised side rails

Answer: (D)

Physical restraints restrict a person's freedom of movement. Raised side rails on a bed physically limit the resident’s ability to move or get out of bed, which is why they’re considered a physical restraint. The other options aren’t restraints in the same way: medication used to control behavior is a chemical restraint, loosening clothing around the neck is unsafe and not a restraint, and calling for help is a response rather than a restraint. Restraints should only be used when truly necessary, with an order, and with ongoing monitoring, after trying less restrictive options first.