This chapter defines seclusion and restraint; outlines the indications and contraindications for these procedures; and provides step-by-step guidelines for the implementation, documentation, and discontinuation of seclusion and restraint for patients. Medication for the agitated patient, which often accompanies seclusion and…
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The psychiatrist on call faces a number of emotional challenges in interacting with patients, families, and other medical personnel. This chapter focuses on some of the more difficult emotional reactions that may arise in the psychiatrist and outlines ways to…
On-call physicians are often asked by medical or surgical colleagues to evaluate their patients. This chapter addresses some of the major issues involved in such consultations. Being an Effective Consultant The job of being a psychiatric consultant can be exciting,…
The purpose of this book is to provide an organized overview of the knowledge and problem-solving approaches relevant to the most common emergencies that arise in the course of providing psychiatric care. Psychiatric providers inevitably face unexpected emergencies in outpatient…