Restricted accessResearch articleFirst published online 2020-8
Reflection of a 2-year journey since the introduction of psychiatric behaviour of concern (Psy-BOC) call,a medical emergency team (MET) call equivalent for the deteriorating mental health of patients
To reflect on the challenges encountered and the resultant cultural changes that occurred during the implementation of psychiatric behaviour of concern (Psy-BOC), a medical emergency team (MET) equivalent for the deteriorating mental health of patients within an adult psychiatric inpatient unit.
Conclusions:
Implementing Psy-BOC on an adult psychiatric inpatient unit has been challenging, but it has successfully embedded a systematic approach to early escalation and capacity building to prevent and manage harmful behaviours.
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