Group Home Admin Clients/Residents Practice Exam

What information is NOT required in the child's facility record after the use of physical restraint?

1. Full documentation of the episode leading to the use of restraint

2. Type of restraint used and its effectiveness

3. Name of the individual applying the restraint

4. Repair and overcorrection completed by the child

The correct answer is: Repair and overcorrection completed by the child

The information regarding the repair and overcorrection completed by the child is not a required part of the child's facility record following the use of physical restraint. In the context of restraint procedures, the focus is primarily on documenting the circumstances leading up to the restraint, the nature of the restraint applied, its effectiveness, and the details of the personnel involved in administering the restraint. The primary goal of documenting incidents involving restraint is to ensure the safety of the child and to evaluate the appropriateness of the intervention in line with therapeutic and legal guidelines. While the actions taken during and after the restraint are important for understanding the event and improving practices, details about any reparative actions or corrections performed by the child are typically not mandated for inclusion in official records. This emphasis on documentation is essential for accountability and for reviewing the use of restraint within the facility, focusing on the actions and decisions made by the staff rather than the child’s responses post-event.