Creating a Restraint-Free Environment for Canada

Course Code: REL-CAN-PAC-0-ORFEC

Hours: 0.5

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2030

Learning Objectives:
Describe the risks associated with the use of restraints.
Identify at least three alternatives to using restraints.
Recognize the different types of restraints.

Outline:

Section 1: Physical, Mechanical, and Chemical Restraints

Fall Prevention Turns Deadly

Restraints and The Law

Definitions and Examples

What Do You Think?

Risks and Real-Life Consequences

A Word About Bed Rails

Review

Alternatives to Restraints

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Conclusion

Summary

Course Contributor

References

Subject Matter Expert: Annette Brownlee BSN, RN

Annette Brownlee, BSN, RN is an SME Writer for the Post-Acute Care team. She has a Bachelor of Arts in advertising from Michigan State University and a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Northern Colorado. Annette has worked in skilled nursing and home health. Her most recent experience includes being a Staff Development Coordinator and Infection Preventionist.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.