Respecting Freedom in the Health Professions: Need for and Impact of Focused Instruction on Restraints

A lack of education about patients’ right to be free from restraint compromises our professional ethic. Our needs assessment revealed that one-third of participating health professionals reported knowledge gaps. Following case-based instruction, participants showed increased knowledge and confidence...

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Published in:Medical science educator 2013-10, Vol.23 (Suppl 3), p.417-418
Main Authors: Hart, Anita L., Nance, Dorinda K., Mullan, Patricia
Format: Article
Language:English
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Education
Medical Education
Short Communications
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Summary:A lack of education about patients’ right to be free from restraint compromises our professional ethic. Our needs assessment revealed that one-third of participating health professionals reported knowledge gaps. Following case-based instruction, participants showed increased knowledge and confidence, including anticipated interprofessional communication about restraints and restraint alternatives.
ISSN:2156-8650
2156-8650
DOI:10.1007/BF03341659