title: Use of restraints; changes in nurses' attitudes.
abstract: Patients can become more agitated after the application of restraints. Restraints may be necessary to prevent injury to patients. Diversions, presence of family members, recliner chairs, day rooms, or sitters are alternatives to physical restraints.
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Schott-Baer
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Lusis
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Beauregard
mesh_terms: D000058:Accidental Falls / Q000517:prevention & control; D000368:Aged; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D006801:Humans; D012149:Restraint, Physical