Beyond Restraints: De-Escalation in Behavioral Emergencies
Psychopharmacology and Psychiatry Updates · Psychopharmacology Institute
January 11, 202511m 45s
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Show Notes
In this episode, we explore nonpharmacologic strategies for managing agitated patients, focusing on verbal de-escalation techniques. Did you know that using physical restraints adds an average of four hours to an emergency department stay? Dr. Scott Zeller shares evidence-based approaches to transform crisis intervention in emergency settings.
Faculty: Scott Zeller, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.