Vol. 45 (2) 2024 Neuro endocrinology letters

The Effect of Physical Restraint on a Violent Patient in the Prone Position on the Quality of Breathing: A Pilot Simulation Study.

OBJECTIVES: Physical restraint in the prone position is still utilized in healthcare facilities to immobilize violent patients. It is associated with the sudden death of violent patients. The aim of this study is to objectify the impact of physical restraint in the prone position on spirometric and ventilatory parameters. DESIGN: