Infant Test/Procedure Preparation
Alternate Names : Preparing Infant for Test/Procedure, Test/Procedure Preparation - Infant
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Why restraints
Your infant may be restrained by hand or with physical devices. Infants lack the physical control, coordination, and ability to follow commands that older children and adults usually possess. Restraints may be used during a procedure or other situation to ensure your infant's safety.
For example, if your infant needs an x-ray, clear test results require there be no movement. Furthermore, in radiological and nuclear studies while the films are taken, all staff temporarily leave the room. In these situations, restraints are used for your infant's safety.
If a venipuncture is performed to obtain a blood sample or start an IV, restraints are important in preventing injury to your infant. If your child moves while the needle is being inserted, trauma could damage the venous system, bone, tissue, or nerves.
Most tests and procedures require extreme accuracy to obtain the desired outcome, whether to place an IV correctly, ensure accurate test results, or to avoid injuring the infant.
Your health care provider will use every means to ensure the safety and comfort of your baby. Besides restraints, other measures include medications, observation, and monitors.
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