Pros And Cons Of Restraint

Pros related to the use of restraints:
There are limited resources with the idea of restraint. Like (Ministry of Health, 2012) was mentioned that the restraint has a benefit on patients, for example, in the situation of a patient with dementia who have been aggressive and harming himself and others, the restraint become mandatory to prevent him from falling and from removing devices. So according to ethical theory (consequentialism) that focuses on patient safety Regardless of the action that will take it to promote safety. And this theory is the focus in doing good things for the greatest number of people. For example, applying a restraint of patient who confused and at risk of hurting himself; he might feel disrespect and assault (Action). However, the restraint will influence positively on him because the restraint will provide protection and safety from falling, and from removing devices, such as pulling out a feeding tube, cannula, and the catheter. Furthermore, the …show more content…
Moreover, the restraint can be fatal as evidenced by “Studies hypothesized mentioned that most of the deaths happened because of asphyxia or cardiac arrest due to pressure on the neck, thorax, and abdomen” (Coroner’s Court, 2011). This leads to increase the incidence of harm and death from (zero to 200 in period 2011-2012). (Mental Health Act Code of Practice, 2012). Based on the ethical principles non-maleficence (avoid harm or hurting), the health care providers will do their best to advocate patient from restraint and prevent harm. Also, according to the ethical theory (deontology) which is “treat others the way as you want to be treated by them". Basically, this theory is focusing on acting in good faith. So that’s why the health care providers reject to terminate somebody's life, especially if