Restraint (physical) is defined as any manual method, physical or mechanical device, material, or equipment that immobilizes or reduces the ability of a patient to move his or her arms, legs, body, or head freely?

• A. Restraint (drug)
• B. Seclusion
• C. Chest physical therapy
• D. Restraint (physical)

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is what counts as physical restraint. Physical restraint includes any manual method or physical/mechanical device, material, or equipment that immobilizes or restricts a patient’s ability to move their arms, legs, body, or head freely.

The statement provided matches this definition exactly, since it describes using hands-on holds or devices that limit movement. The other options refer to different concepts: a drug-based restraint uses medication to limit movement, seclusion involves isolating the patient, and chest physical therapy is a therapeutic technique for airway clearance, not a restraint.