To convert a ratio to percentage, divide the numerator by the denominator, then multiply by 100 and add the percent sign. Example 1: There are 20 students in a classroom. 9 of the students are girls.
Categories of restraints. Three general categories of restraints existâphysical restraint, chemical restraint, and seclusion. Physical restraint. Physical restraint, the most frequently used type, is a specific. intervention or device that prevents the patient from moving freely or restricts normal access to the patientâs own body. Physical restraint may involve: applying a wrist, ankle, or waist restraint.
Chemical restraint is defined in section 3(1) of the Mental Health Act 2013 to mean: âmedication given primarily to control a personâs behaviour, not to treat a mental illness or physical conditionâ. Note should be made of the use of the word âprimarilyâ which may lead to a consideration of the intent.