This 2-part series highlights the very latest information available regarding evidence-based alternatives to the use of restraints. However, if restraints are used, clinicians need to know how to conduct the 1 Hour Face-to-Face Evaluation, the roles and responsibilities of the care team, and the necessary documentation and reporting requirements to meet CMS and Joint Commission requirements.
Providing Evidence-Based Care: Avoiding the Use of RestraintsThe use of restraints in the healthcare setting can severely harm the patient, as well as undermine the trust that is essential in a patient / caregiver relationship. Both CMS and The Joint Commission stress that the use of restraints is a last resort and that alternatives to restraints must be explored and implemented. This program highlights evidence-based strategies for alternatives to restraints. |
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Restraints, Seclusion, and the 1 Hour Face-To-Face EvaluationRestraints and seclusion should only be used in emergent situations. If utilized, they should be applied safely and with regard to the rights and dignity of the individual. This program informs healthcare professionals on how to choose the correct restraints, perform a 1 Hour Face-to-Face Evaluation, and monitor the patient, as required by CMS and The Joint Commission. |
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