Continuous observation | Monitoring the patient all the time, and being sufficiently close to prevent them from self-harm and/or suicide (Duffy 1995). |
15 min. observation | The staff observes the patient's behaviour and mood (only observed during night) by talking to them every 15 min. |
An alternative observation, following a strict schedule | An emergency period of time, where the patient follows a tight schedule at the ward in order to prevent repeated self-injuries. |
Continuous observation | Monitoring the patient all the time, and being sufficiently close to prevent them from self-harm and/or suicide (Duffy 1995). |
15 min. observation | The staff observes the patient's behaviour and mood (only observed during night) by talking to them every 15 min. |
An alternative observation, following a strict schedule | An emergency period of time, where the patient follows a tight schedule at the ward in order to prevent repeated self-injuries. |
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