The Holding Principle 'Limit Range of Motion' focuses on what?

• A. Restrict movement at low, medium, or high level restrictions.
• B. Positioning limbs inside and outside of the limbs/body.
• C. Lower, medium, higher level seated restraints.
• D. Team Control Position.

Answer: (A)

The concept being tested is limiting movement to the minimum amount needed to keep everyone safe. The idea is to reduce risk by restricting motion to a level—low, medium, or high—only as much as necessary and to monitor continually, with releases when the danger has passed. This principle focuses on how much movement is allowed rather than on where limbs are placed or on the use of specific seated restraints or team positioning. In practice, staff assess the situation, apply the smallest necessary restriction to prevent harm, and shorten or remove that restriction as soon as safely possible, always prioritizing safety and de-escalation.