CMS SOM App. N, Tag N0133

At admission, the facility must—

§483.356(c)(1) Inform both the incoming resident and, in the case of a minor, the

resident's parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of the facility's policy regarding the use of

restraint or seclusion during an emergency safety situation that may occur while the

resident is in the program;

Interpretive Guidelines§ 483.356(c)(1)

Under subpart 483.352(3), “Minor” means a minor as defined under State law and, for

the purpose of this subpart, includes a resident who has been declared legally

incompetent by the applicable State court.” The facility must ensure that its policies on

restraint and seclusion are discussed at the time of admission and the resident and/or

their guardian signs to indicate they received the information (a copy of the policy

provided to them) and understood the information provided.