Training content. The hospice must require appropriate staff to have edu- cation, training, and demonstrated knowledge based on the specific needs of the patient population in at least the following: (i) Techniques to identify staff and patient behaviors, events, and environ- mental factors that may trigger cir- cumstances that require the use of a restraint or seclusion. (ii) The use of nonphysical interven- tion skills. (iii) Choosing the least restrictive intervention based on an individualized assessment of the patient’s medical, or behavioral status or condition. (iv) The safe application and use of all types of restraint or seclusion used in the hospice, including training in how to recognize and respond to signs of physical and psychological distress (for example, positional asphyxia). (v) Clinical identification of specific behavioral changes that indicate that restraint or seclusion is no longer nec- ▇▇▇▇▇▇. (vi) Monitoring the physical and psy- chological well-being of the patient who is restrained or secluded, including but not limited to, respiratory and cir- culatory status, skin integrity, ▇▇▇▇▇ ▇▇▇▇▇, and any special requirements specified by hospice policy associated with the 1-hour face-to-face evaluation. (vii) The use of first aid techniques and certification in the use of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, includ- ing required periodic recertification.
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Sources: Loan Agreement, Inpatient Care Agreement