Restrictive vs Liberal Physical Restraint Use

To the Editor Critically ill patients are at risk for distressing symptoms, including pain, agitation, and delirium, which can affect their outcomes.1 Physical restraints may prevent self-extubation and self-harm and protect frontline staff.1

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JAMA
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2026-07-27
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https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2026.10581
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Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints
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Restrictive vs Liberal Physical Restraint Use

M C Sklar, Ambika Tejpal
JAMA
Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints
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Restrictive vs Liberal Physical Restraint Use

M C Sklar, Ambika Tejpal
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To the Editor Critically ill patients are at risk for distressing symptoms, including pain, agitation, and delirium, which can affect their outcomes.1 Physical restraints may prevent self-extubation and self-harm and protect frontline staff.1

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University of Toronto (CA), New York University (US)
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Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints
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