psychiatric hold bed
A specialized hospital bed designated for patients under involuntary psychiatric detention.
Full Definition
A hospital bed specifically allocated for patients who are on involuntary psychiatric holds and require secure monitoring while awaiting psychiatric evaluation or transfer to appropriate treatment facilities. These beds are typically located in emergency departments or specialized psychiatric units and feature enhanced safety measures such as removal of potential ligature points and continuous visual monitoring capabilities. The designation helps hospitals track and manage patients under legal detention requirements while ensuring appropriate staffing and safety protocols are maintained.
Usage
Usage note: May be abbreviated as 'hold bed' in informal documentation.
In Context
- "The emergency department has three psychiatric hold beds equipped with continuous monitoring equipment." — Facility description
- "Due to high demand, the patient waited six hours for an available psychiatric hold bed." — Transfer delay documentation