Authorised Restrictive Practices can improve the quality of life of a care recipient however, it is essential to understand their use, benefits, and harm through guided monitoring and review, establishing clear guidelines and careful person-centred assessment.
The Aged Care Act 1997 defines a Restrictive Practice as “any practice that has the effect of restricting the rights or freedom of movement of the consumer”.
If required, restrictive practices must only be used:
- in the least restrictive form
- for the shortest period
- to prevent harm to a resident or other people, and
- only after careful consideration about how it may affect the resident.
In CCQ’s August Residential Aged Care Home forum we were joined by Loren de Vries, Nurse Practitioner from the Aged Care and Quality Commission.
Participants engaged in conversation clarifying myths that were seen and heard about this important aspect of health care.
If you were unable to attend this forum the link to the recorded segment of the forum focussing on restrictive practice is below.