Department of Public Welfare Recognizes Chambersburg Hospital Behavioral Health Unit for Eliminating Patient Restraints

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HARRISBURG, Pa., March 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Moving closer to the goal of eliminating the use of restraints in all Pennsylvania facilities, Department of Public Welfare Secretary Estelle B.

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Legislation : Shaping Nursing Practice

Such a broadening of responsibilities has also led to extensive legislation determining exactly what nurses are allowed to do, and more clearly delineating where a nurse s responsibility to her patients begins and ends.

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TotalCare Reference Guide

Patient restraints are not intended as substitutes for good nursing practices. Patient restraints, even correctly installed, can result in physical injury and death. Monitor patient in accordance with legal requirements and facility protocol.

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