Section 0940-05-16-.24 - USE OF PHYSICAL HOLDING IN HOSPITALS(1) Physical holding must be used only when less-restrictive methods have been attempted and must be implemented in such a manner so as to minimize any physical harm to the patient. Physical holding can only be used under the following conditions: (a) To prevent injury to self or others;(b) To prevent substantial property damage;(c) To prevent serious disruption of the therapeutic environment; and(d) In transporting patients to the seclusion room, restraint area, or time out area.Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0940-05-16-.24
Original rule filed May 26, 1988; effective July 11, 1988.Authority: T.C.A. § 33-2-504.