Mr.Thomas,age 74 years,is showing signs of delirium following a general anaesthetic for surgical repair of his fractured right arm.What alternative to the use of restraints seems appropriate for this patient to prevent him from wandering in the hallways and off the unit?

A) Assign this client to the farthest room from the nurses' station for quietness
B) Ask family to stay with him during the day to support him
C) Replace partial side rails on the bed with full length side railings
D) Wedge pillows against the side rails on the bed

The best alternative to restraints for this patient is to ask the family to stay with him during the day to support him. This will provide him with emotional support and someone to keep an eye on him to prevent wandering. Assigning him to a room far from the nurses' station may increase his risk of falls and injury. Full-length side railings are not recommended as they can increase the risk of entrapment and injury. Wedge pillows may not be effective in preventing wandering and may also pose a risk of suffocation or aspiration if the patient becomes disoriented.