Kansas Statutes 76-12b08. Limitations on use of restraint or seclusion; statement of medical necessity
Terms Used In Kansas Statutes 76-12b08
- Restraint: means the use of a totally enclosed crib or any material to restrict or inhibit the free movement of one or more limbs of a person except medical devices which limit movement for examination, treatment or to insure the healing process. See Kansas Statutes 76-12b01
- Seclusion: means being placed alone in a locked room where the individual's freedom to leave is thereby restricted and where such placement is not under continuous observation. See Kansas Statutes 76-12b01
Restraint or seclusion shall not be applied to a person unless it is determined by a member of the treatment staff to be required to prevent substantial bodily injury to such person or others. The extent of restraint or seclusion applied to the person shall be the least restrictive measure necessary to prevent injury to the person or others, and the use of restraint or seclusion shall not exceed three hours without medical reevaluation, except that such medical reevaluation shall not be required, unless necessary, between the hours of 12 o’clock midnight and 8 a.m. A member of the medical staff shall sign a statement explaining the medical necessity for the use of any restraint and seclusion and shall make such statement a part of the medical record of such person.