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Safety vests and bed rails are commonly used as mechanical restraints in long-term care settings. These devices aim to prevent patients from inadvertently harming themselves or leaving a designated area, thereby ensuring their safety and the safety of others. Safety vests can limit excessive movement that might lead to falls, while bed rails help to keep patients in bed, diminishing the risk of injury from falls.

When used cautiously and appropriately, these restraints can provide necessary support for patients who may have cognitive impairments or physical conditions that require a level of restricted movement for their safety. The monitoring of the patient’s condition and the careful assessment of the need for restraints are paramount to ensure that they are applied as a means of protection rather than control.

In contrast, surgical instruments, medication administration devices, and therapeutic equipment do not function as restraints. They serve different purposes related to patient care and rehabilitation, rather than restricting movement. Thus, the combination of safety vests and bed rails reflects an approach centered on patient safety within the care environment.