kodeblue26

Hi everyone :) I'm doing a debate assignment for my mental health nursing class. I basically have to explain why chemical restraints are a better alternative than physical restraints. The other team has to explain why physical restraints are a better alternative than chemical restraints. In terms of physical restraints, I know they have the potential to cause nerve injury, pressure ulcers, pneumonia, asphyxiation, and unintended injury. Am I missing anything? Other than potential medication errors, I haven't been able to find out exactly what the pros and cons are of chemical restraints so that I can argue accordingly. :) Any suggestions would be extremely helpful. Thanks!