LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

1. Define the terms “restraints” and “seclusion” in the healthcare setting
2. Identify the key elements of HCFA’s Patients' Rights Condition of Participation
3. Explain the minimal requirements that must be reflected in any patient-hospital grievance process
4. List and discuss the “standards on use of restraints and seclusion” set forth by HCFA.