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Ligature-Resistant Solutions for Behavioral Healthcare Facilities

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The design of behavioral healthcare facilities should address the therapeutic and safety needs of patients and staff while meeting the applicable codes and regulations. Reviewed in this course are ligature-resistant products developed for patient rooms and bathrooms that strike the balance between providing the safest design solutions and creating a noninstitutional environment.

Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:

  • Identify the major influences on the building and organization of psychiatric facilities in the United States.
  • Discuss the prevalence of mental illness in the U.S. and the pressures it places on hospital emergency rooms.
  • Summarize the agencies and resources that exist to help facilitate the needs and care of patients with mental illness.
  • Describe how ligature-resistant fixtures minimize ligature points to reduce risk and enhance patient well-being in behavioral healthcare facilities.
  • State the types of ligature-resistant products that can be incorporated into the design of inpatient rooms and bathrooms.

Approximately 1 hour, 15 minutes. Delivered online, at your own pace.

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This course is registered with: 36 Industry Association(s)