Restraints in nursing home seting

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Does anyone know if the use of a "low bed" that goes down to within a few inches of the floor is considered a restraint in the case of a confused resident who likes to wander about?

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can they get out of the bed un assisted? If they can't then it is. I think.

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does anyone know if the use of a "low bed" that goes down to within a few inches of the floor is considered a restraint in the case of a confused resident who likes to wander about?

i don't think so. we have 2 people who have the low pvc type beds, due to fall precautions. one has seizures; the other transfers self, and can get fiesty when assisted (dementia). i will ask my boss tonite to be sure....

suebird :p

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Specializes in ICU, PICC Nurse, Nursing Supervisor.

Our facility considers it a restraint and we must get a consent signed prior to use. Hope that helps...

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