What interventions would the nurse implement

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A toddler has a peripheral IV and has pulled it out twice on one shift. The nurse decides to apply an elbow restraint on the right arm to prevent the client from pulling the IV out again. What interventions would the nurse implement in caring for a client in elbow restraints?

Pin the restraint to the child's shirt for stability. Tongue depressors can be used to construct the restraint. Remove the restraint if the parent is in the room. Check the skin under the restraint every 1 to 2 hours. Ensure that the restraint does not go too high under the axillae.

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