This session examines the use of chemical restraint in aged care and the vital role pharmacists play in promoting safer, person-centred approaches to care. It will explore current legislation and quality standards, identify strategies to reduce inappropriate use of psychotropic medicines, and highlight opportunities for pharmacists to support behavioural management through evidence-based, non-pharmacological interventions.
Learning objectives:
· Describe the legislative and quality standards framework relating to chemical restraint in aged care.
· Discuss the pharmacist’s role in identifying and reducing inappropriate use of psychotropic medicines.
· Recognise strategies to support behavioural management through non-pharmacological approaches.
Competency standards (2016): 1.5, 3.1, 3.5, 3.6
