Defintion of Restraints

1. Defintion:1. Restraints are physical or chemical devices used to limit a client’s mevement (Taylor, 1997).2. Restraints is the use of mechanical or manual devices to limit the physical mobility of the patient (Stuart & Sundeen, 1995).2. Theory:Safety and security are basic human needs. Safety is a paramount concern that underlies all nursing care, and it is the responbility of all health care