Healthcare: Restraints and Seclusion

This course, intended for healthcare employees, provides an efficient summary of important restraint and seclusion requirements and procedures. To begin, we’ll discuss the definition of a restraint and common examples. Next, we’ll cover legal requirements, patient rights, and ethical considerations. You’ll then learn about restraint alternatives, including alternative interventions for confused, impulsive, or aggressive patients. Finally, we’ll clearly outline the protocols you are required to follow for the safe use of restraints.

Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be prepared to follow restraint procedures to ensure patient safety and legal compliance.