Absconding is a significant problem with potential for harm to patients or the general public. The consequences of absconding include physical harm, prolonged treatment time, and substantial economic costs. The aim of this systematic literature review is to synthesize quality literature about absconding from psychiatric facilities, identify gaps in knowledge, and make recommendations for
Aims and objectives:The purpose of this study was to examine absconding behaviour (a patient leaving the hospital without permission) within acute and rehabilitation wards of one Australian psychiatric institution, in order to describe the characteristics of the absconding patient and these events.Background: Absconding is a significant issue within psychiatric inpatient settings,
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