Restraint Management and Secure Spaces

When a Restraint is used, an Operator must ensure the following is documented in a Client’s chart and Care Plan:

  1. the behaviour that put the Client or others at risk of harm;
  2. the supportive interventions that have been considered and trialed;
  3. indications for the initial use of the Restraint;
  4. a Physician’s order or Nurse Practitioner’s order, within 72 hours of initiation of the Restraint, authorizing the use of the Restraint;
  5. the method and frequency for monitoring the Client when the Restraint is in use; and
  6. assessment of the Client while the Restraint is being used and review of the ongoing need for the Restraint.

Evidence of compliance can be found within the Alberta Health CCHSS Information Guide

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