Restraints. 1. Consistent with applicable regulations, the City shall ensure that residents are free from undue use of restraint, including the undue use of bedrails. The City shall follow protocols to minimize the use of restraint on residents. The City shall ensure that restraints are used only pursuant to accepted professional standards and are not used as punishment, in lieu of providing other needed activities, supports, or services, or for the convenience of staff. All restraints shall only be used consistent with professional standards.
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