Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Prometric Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT considered a way to restrain a client?

1. Physical restraints

2. Chemical restraints

3. Environmental modifications

4. Pain management

The correct answer is: Pain management

Pain management is not considered a way to restrain a client because it focuses on alleviating discomfort rather than restricting movement or behaviors. Restraints, whether physical or chemical, are used to limit a client's freedom of motion to ensure their safety or the safety of others. In contrast, pain management aims to address and soothe physical discomfort, typically through medication or other therapeutic interventions. Physical restraints involve the use of devices or methods that physically restrict a person's ability to move, while chemical restraints refer to the use of medications to sedate or control a client's behavior. Environmental modifications might pertain to changes in the living space to enhance safety, but these strategies do not intend to restrict a person's movements directly. Therefore, pain management stands apart as it does not fit the definition or purpose of restraint methods.