College
Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine
Keywords
Immobilization, Neuromuscular Agents, Behavior Control, Hypnotics and Sedatives
Date of Presentation
5-4-2023 12:00 AM
Poster Abstract
Chemical restraint is a critical intervention used in emergency departments to manage acutely agitated or violent patients. It involves the administration of medication to induce sedation and control behavior, with the goal of ensuring patient and staff safety while allowing necessary medical interventions to be performed. However, the use of chemical restraints necessitates close observation of vital signs and any potential side effects, as well as careful consideration of patient-specific considerations.
Disciplines
Anesthesia and Analgesia | Chemical Actions and Uses | Emergency Medicine | Health and Medical Administration | Medicine and Health Sciences | Patient Safety | Pharmaceutical Preparations
DOI
10.31986/issn.2689-0690_rdw.stratford_research_day.97_2023
Included in
Anesthesia and Analgesia Commons, Chemical Actions and Uses Commons, Emergency Medicine Commons, Health and Medical Administration Commons, Patient Safety Commons, Pharmaceutical Preparations Commons
Chemical Restraints in The Emergency Department
Chemical restraint is a critical intervention used in emergency departments to manage acutely agitated or violent patients. It involves the administration of medication to induce sedation and control behavior, with the goal of ensuring patient and staff safety while allowing necessary medical interventions to be performed. However, the use of chemical restraints necessitates close observation of vital signs and any potential side effects, as well as careful consideration of patient-specific considerations.
