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Reducing restraint use in the acute care setting

D T Shugrue, K L Larocque

    Nursing Management
    |October 1, 1996
    PubMed
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    A pilot program successfully reduced the use of physical restraints in a hospital

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Patient Safety
    • Healthcare Quality Improvement

    Background:

    • Hospitals often face challenges managing geriatric patients, with a notable incidence of physical restraint use.
    • Reducing physical restraint use is a key goal in improving patient safety and quality of care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the development and implementation of a pilot program aimed at decreasing physical restraint utilization.
    • To evaluate the effectiveness of a multi-faceted approach to restraint reduction in an inpatient setting.

    Main Methods:

    • A task force was formed to address the issue of restraint use.
    • Key strategies included identifying alternatives to restraints, developing new policies and procedures, and implementing comprehensive staff education.
    • Ongoing evaluation was integral to the program's refinement.

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    Main Results:

    • The pilot program demonstrated success in reducing the application of physical restraints.
    • The implementation of alternatives and staff training were critical components of the observed reduction.

    Conclusions:

    • A structured, multi-component program can effectively decrease physical restraint use in hospitals.
    • This initiative highlights the importance of proactive strategies and staff engagement in enhancing patient safety for geriatric populations.