One nursing practice that has changed significantly over time is the use of restraints. Falls ad injury prevention has always been a challenge in patient care, and unintentional falls are the most common cause of nonfatal injuries for people older than 65 years (NCBI, 2015). With that information in mind, we could ask: What is the efficacy of restraints in decreasing the incidence of falls in patients 65 and older in acute care settings?
Patient/Problem- Falls in patients 65 years old or older in acute care settings.
Intervention- Restrains
Comparison- Versus, no restraints, education, safety measures, and interventions.
Outcome- Reduced Falls.
Type of Study- The effect of restraints in adults over 65 years old using evidence based research.
Patient/Problem- Falls in patients 65 years old or older in acute care settings.
Intervention- Restrains
Comparison- Versus, no restraints, education, safety measures, and interventions.
Outcome- Reduced Falls.
Type of Study- The effect of restraints in adults over 65 years old using evidence based research.