Physical restraint (PR) is a widespread practice in many countries, and that nurses play a key role in the decisionmaking and practicing PR with a substantial psychological conflicts. Although little is understood how the conflicts should be controlled and integrated into a safe and ethical management of patients, several aspects of PR are becoming clearer which may aid dealing with its use.
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