Where must the use of protective devices be documented?

• A. In the child's record, service plan, and service plan reviews
• B. In the school file
• C. Only in the medical record
• D. In the monthly log only

Answer: (A)

Protective device use must be documented in the child's official record, in the service plan, and during service plan reviews. This ensures a complete, accessible record that follows the child across placements and keeps all team members informed about safety measures in place. The child's record holds the official health and safety actions; the service plan lays out the ongoing placement goals and supports, including protective devices; and service plan reviews provide periodic checks to confirm the devices are appropriate and the plan remains compliant. Documenting only in the school file or only in the medical record would miss essential aspects of planning and review, and recording solely in a monthly log would not reflect the full plan and history.