Keywords

behavior support plan, workplace safety

Authors

1. Shields, Lisa B.E. MD
2. Flanders, Kimberly DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC
3. Mangan, Brian BSN, RN
4. Gentry, Candice DNP, MPH, RN, NE-BC

Abstract

Abstract: This article discusses a pilot study on the use of a behavior support plan to safely address patients who exhibit disruptive behaviors in the ED and nonpsychiatric medical settings while respecting their autonomy.