What are the restraint guidelines for psychiatric hold patients in ICU, PCU, or med-surg units?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18461358
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Abstract

Guidelines advocate minimizing physical restraint use in psychiatric hold patients in ICU, PCU, and med-surg units, prioritizing alternative strategies and emphasizing staff education and training.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints Restraint-Related Deaths Electroconvulsive Therapy Studies

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
2 February 2026