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How does the JCAHO define new restraint standards?

C H Patterson1

  • 1Department of Standards, JCAHO, Oakbrook Terrace, Ill., USA.

Nursing Management
|February 13, 1999
PubMed
Summary

The Joint Commission distinguishes between restraint and behavior management. Special rules apply to hospital-based long-term care facilities regarding patient safety and care.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare policy
  • Patient safety
  • Long-term care

Background:

  • The Joint Commission (TJC) sets standards for healthcare organizations.
  • Restraint use in healthcare settings is a critical patient safety concern.
  • Distinguishing between restraint and behavior management is essential for appropriate patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To clarify The Joint Commission's standards on patient restraint.
  • To differentiate between physical restraint and behavior management techniques.
  • To outline specific considerations for hospital-based long-term care facilities.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of The Joint Commission's official standards and guidelines.
  • Review of literature on patient restraint and behavior management.
  • Examination of regulatory requirements for long-term care settings.

Main Results:

  • The Joint Commission differentiates restraint from behavior management strategies.
  • Specific guidelines address the use of restraint in hospital-based long-term care.
  • Standards emphasize patient rights and safety during interventions.

Conclusions:

  • Clear definitions and guidelines are crucial for appropriate patient management.
  • Hospital-based long-term care requires tailored approaches to restraint and behavior management.
  • Adherence to TJC standards promotes safer patient care and reduces inappropriate restraint use.

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