Restraint reduction in a large tertiary medical center

Developing a new perspective when examining restraints and alternatives to restraints takes commitment from all involved. As regulatory agencies and c onsumer groups advocate for reduced restraint usage, nursing leaders and ed ucators must foster not only an environment that encourages creativity amon g staff nurses, but also one that provides resources and support for the de velopment of alternatives to restraints. The following project provides nur se administrators with ideas on how to develop a successful restraints prog ram.