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How to secure vest restraints? A guide to safe application and monitoring

According to one study, approximately 19 out of 22 deaths caused by restraints occurred because the devices were incorrectly applied or not properly monitored. Therefore, understanding **how to secure vest restraints** properly is a critical skill for preventing serious patient harm and ensuring safety in clinical settings.

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Should bedrails be used for vest restraints?

According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), hundreds of serious injuries and deaths related to bedrails have been reported, with the risk escalating dramatically when restraints are improperly combined. The use of bedrails for vest restraints is a dangerous and widely prohibited practice in professional care settings.

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