Chain reaction
Article Abstract:
The use of handcuffs on prisoners in hospital frequently creates public debate. Nurses have a duty to promote the interests of patients but prison officers also have a duty to ensure that prisoners do not escape. Rules concerning the use of restraints apply to prisoners according to their security risk category, but there are routes to overriding these rules for individual cases. These rules would benefit from review but, in the meantime, nurses must try to liaise with prison staff in a non-confrontational manner to effect any policy changes concerning individuals.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1998
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Actions speak louder than words
Article Abstract:
Secure accommodation nursing is one of the most difficult types of nursing to undertake, as the people under medical treatment are being held against their will. UK nurse training bodies need to ensure mental health service nurses avoid falling into the trap of racism and sexism so often associated with nursing mental patients in secure accommodation units. Care should be provided on medical grounds, not on race or gender.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1999
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