Prisoners of the system

Article Abstract:

The recent UK Mental Health Act code of practice states that seclusion should not be included in treatment programmes as it is not a treatment technique. Seclusion is often used to handle disturbed patients; however, it is sometimes used excessively as a method of control. The new code of practice suggests that the measure should only be used when there is a risk that the patient may cause harm to others and never when the patient may harm himself or even take his own life. Various attitudes to seclusion are detailed.

Psychiatric hospital patients, Patient isolation

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Prison and the role of the forensic mental health nurse

Article Abstract:

There is a recognised need for the provision of mental health services to prisoners, but despite official recommendations there has been little progress towards providing services comparable to those available in the community. Forensic nurses, currently used in medium secure units, have the skills and expertise to provide high quality mental care in the prison service and could work with prisoners to ensure that their mental health needs are recognised.

Health aspects, Care and treatment, Practice, Prisoners, Prisons, Psychiatric nursing

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Does the NHS need its own police force?

Article Abstract:

Contrasting views on whether the UK National Health Service requires its own police force are presented. Some observers feel that it would be better to invest in boosting staffing levels in accident and emergency units, while others believe that establishing a police force would be a radical response to violence against medical staff.

Safety and security measures, Nurses, United Kingdom. National Health Service

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