The use of physical restraints in long-term care in Spain: a multi-center cross-sectional study.

Gabriel J Estévez-GuerraEmilio Fariña-LópezEduardo Núñez-GonzálezManuel Gandoy-CregoFernando Calvo-FrancésElizabeth A Capezuti

Published in: BMC geriatrics (2017)

The prevalence was higher than in studies from other countries. The results emphasize the need to improve the training of nursing staff in the care of residents with impairments in functional and cognitive status. The use of alternative devices and nurse consultants need to be evaluated, and the introduction of specific laws considered.

Keyphrases

healthcare
mental health
quality improvement
risk factors
palliative care
physical activity
primary care
case control
virtual reality
pain management
affordable care act
long term care