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§43A-4-106.
§43A-4-106.
Mechanical restraints shall not be applied to a patient unless it is
determined by the superintendent of the institution or a physician
designated by him to be required by the medical needs of the patient.
No mechanical restraint shall be continued for longer than is
absolutely necessary under the circumstances. Every use of a
mechanical restraint, the reasons and length of time therefor, shall
be made a part of the clinical record of the patient under the
signature of the superintendent or his designee.
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