California Code of Regulations
Title 22 - Social Security
Division 5 - Licensing and Certification of Health Facilities, Home Health Agencies, Clinics, and Referral Agencies
Chapter 4 - Intermediate Care Facilities
Article 3 - Services
Section 73405 - Special Disability Services-Acceptable Forms of Restraint

Universal Citation: 22 CA Code of Regs 73405

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 38, September 20, 2024

(a) Mechanical or behavior restraint consists of any apparatus that interferes with the free movement of a patient. Only the following types of restraint may be used:

(1) Soft tie consisting of cloth which prevents movement of a patient.

(2) Mittens without thumbs which are securely fastened around the wrist with a small tie.

(3) Tie jackets consisting of sleeveless cloth.

(4) Restraining sheet consisting of a wide piece of muslin placed over the body of the patient.

(5) Belts and cuffs, which are well-padded, used to control a seriously disturbed, assaultive patient.

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