Background: Delirium is a common clinical syndrome, particularly among elderly patients in the inpatient hospital setting, and carries considerable associated morbidity. These patients can display symptoms of inattention, agitation, and restlessness, often necessitating the use of chemical or physical restraints to ensure the safety of the patient and staff. Unfortunately, these interventions are not without [...]

Background: The use of physical restraints (PR) in the hospitals among patients is associated with increased delirium, pressure ulcers, prolonged ventilator use, post traumatic stress disorder and disruption of therapeutic relationship with the healthcare team. The current scientific research suggests their ineffectiveness for patient safety like preventing falls or dislodging medical devices. There has been [...]