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http://dx.doi.org/10.14408/KJEMS.2019.23.1.035

A study on the violence victimization of the 119 EMT: Focusing on the physical restraints  

Park, Si-Eun (Department of Emergency Medical Technology, Dongkang College University)
Shin, Dong-Min (Department of Paramedic Science, Korea National University of Transportation)
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The Korean Journal of Emergency Medical Services / v.23, no.1, 2019 , pp. 35-48 More about this Journal
Abstract
Purpose: This study aimed to explore the rationality for and countermeasures against the use of prehospital patient restraint (PPR) techniques in efforts to limit violent behavior toward 119 emergency medical technicians (EMTs). Methods: Previous countermeasures to limit violent behavior toward 119 EMTs and medical personnel were focused on strict reactive and passive proactive responses. However, those in support of the countermeasures do not believe that violent and criminal behavior can be limited or extinguished by strengthening the punishment unconditionally. Results: When it comes to the far-reaching effects of stigmatization on people who engage in violent and criminal behavior, it is possible that unconditional punishment leads to more crime, increases the costs of imprisonment, and consequently, adds to the financial burden of the government. Conclusion: Thus, we are faced with an urgent need to prepare legal grounds for the use of PPR techniques by 119 EMTs for agitated or combative patients only, with direct medical oversight. Moreover, the legal foundation for the use of PPR techniques also needs to be established for emergency medical personnel. The use of PPR techniques not only ensures the safety of emergency medical services personnel, but also protects patients from injuring themselves and others.
Keywords
Emergency medical services; Emergency medical technicians; Physical restraints; Violence; Criminal;
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