Nevada § 433.5486 - Use of physical, mechanical or chemical restraint on consumer by facility authorized in certain circumstances
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 433.5486 — Use of physical, mechanical or chemical restraint on consumer by facility authorized in certain circumstances, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 433.5486. Use of physical, mechanical or chemical restraint on consumer by facility authorized in certain circumstances
Notwithstanding the provisions of NRS 433.549 to 433.5503 , inclusive, to the contrary, a facility may use or authorize the use of physical
restraint, mechanical restraint or chemical restraint on a person with a disability
who is a consumer if the facility is: 1. Accredited by a nationally recognized accreditation association or agency; or 2. Certified for participation in the Medicaid or Medicare Program, only to the extent that the accreditation or certification allows the use of such
restraint.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 433.5486
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 433.5486 cover?
Section 433.5486 ("Use of physical, mechanical or chemical restraint on consumer by facility authorized in certain circumstances") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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