NCLEX-PN Practice Q 25



An 18-month-old is scheduled for a cleft palate repair. The usual type of restraints for the child with a cleft palate repair are:
  
     A. Elbow restraints
     B. Full arm restraints
     C. Wrist restraints
     D. Mummy restraints
    
    

Correct Answer: A. Elbow restraints

Option A: The least restrictive restraint for the infant with cleft lip and cleft palate repair is elbow restraints.

Options B, C, and D: These restraints are more restrictive and unnecessary.