Who needs to be informed when restrictive intervention is used?

Who needs to be informed when restrictive intervention is used?

Young people and also the people that place young people into our environment are informed that this is a style of restrictive intervention that is used should a situation require it.

When should restrictive interventions be used?

1 Restrictive interventions should only be used to: a take immediate control of a dangerous situation where there is a real possibility of harm to the person or others if no action is undertaken. b end or reduce significantly the danger to the person or others.

Why are restrictive interventions only used in serious situations?

The purpose of a restrictive intervention is to take control of a dangerous situation and secondly to limit the service user’s freedom for no longer than is necessary to end or reduce significantly the threat to self or others.

Why the least restrictive interventions should always be used when dealing with incidents of challenging Behaviour?

It is important to use the least restrictive interventions where possible as if you didnt it could lead to further dilemmas such as verbal abuse, physical abuse, damage to property etc.

What are types of challenging Behaviour?

Examples of common challenging behaviour:

• Aggression (e.g. hitting, kicking, biting)
• Self-injurious behaviour (e.g. head banging, biting self, hitting self)
• Shouting/swearing.
• Sexualised behaviour in public.
• Throwing items/breaking things.
• Soiling/smearing.

Are restrictive practices illegal?

The inappropriate use of restrictive practices is concerning because it can cause physical and psychological harm to the person being restricted. It can constitute a breach of law and human rights.

What are least restrictive interventions?

A ‘least restrictive model of care’ applies an appropriate model of care that enhances an older person’s autonomy and respects their rights, individual worth, dignity and privacy.

How do you handle challenging Behaviour?

Preventing challenging behaviours

1. Pause – stand back, take a moment before approaching and assess the situation.
2. Speak slowly and clearly in a calm voice.
3. Explain your care actions.
4. Try not to rush the person, act calmly.
5. Show respect and treat people with dignity at all times.

What are the three types of behavioral triggers?

Generally, people with dementia become agitated due to three potential trigger categories: Medical, physiological and/or environmental.

What circumstances may restrictive practices be needed?

It is required that restrictive practices are: only used in limited circumstances, and as a last resort. the least restrictive response possible to ensure the safety of the person or others. only used for the shortest possible time to ensure the safety of the person or others.

Is it important to report use of restrictive interventions?

It is therefore extremely important that you follow procedures for reporting and recording the use of restrictive and physical interventions.

Who needs to be informed of any incidents where?

Depending on the situations, the emergency services may need to be contacted (police if a crime has been committed or an ambulance if there are injuries). Social Services and health professionals (e.g. GP, psychologist) may also need to be informed and the family of the individual may also need to be contacted.

When is it best not to use intervention?

When a verbal warning can be given and when the risk of injury or damage is very little,it is best not to use intervention,when the child/young person has had (and you are aware) some sort of physical,emotional abuse,has a disability or no understanding of the concept.

When do you need to contact the emergency services?

If a restrictive intervention must be used, it is necessary to contact the service manager. Depending on the situations, the emergency services may need to be contacted (police if a crime has been committed or an ambulance if there are injuries).