Mental health and dementiaQuestion 1588 of 1700
During aggressive behavior, which item is a strangulation risk?
- A wrist watch on a leather band
- A retractable lanyard
- A pen kept in a pocket
- A name badge clipped to the shirt
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Correct answer: A retractable lanyard
An angry resident can grab and pull a lanyard around your neck. Also watch the resident's hands and feet.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.5: Caring for Clients With Dementia
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026