A novel positioning technique for the agitated patient after electroconvulsive therapy: gravitational restraint

J ECT. 2010 Sep;26(3):158. doi: 10.1097/YCT.0b013e3181ec0d75.

Abstract

We present a novel positioning technique to assist in the gentle and safe management of the postictal agitated patient.

MeSH terms

  • Durable Medical Equipment*
  • Electroconvulsive Therapy / methods*
  • Humans
  • Patient Positioning
  • Psychomotor Agitation*