title: JCAHO and HCFA issue new restraint guidelines.
abstract: Incorporate policies and procedures into your facility's care plan that enhance safe restraint and seclusion.
authors.affiliation: HealthWorks Consulting Associates, Palatine, Ill., USA.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Abrahamsen
mesh_terms: D014487:Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, U.S.; D019983:Guideline Adherence; D007591:Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D012149:Restraint, Physical / Q000592:standards*; D017751:Safety Management / Q000458:organization & administration; D014481:United States