Duxbury J A, Baker J
School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Visiting, Coupland III, The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK.
J Psychiatr Ment Health Nurs. 2004 Dec;11(6):662-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2850.2004.00776.x.
The use of medication in acute mental health is common practice however, there is a lack of research into all aspects of pharmacology within inpatient settings. This paper explores the specific use of benzodiazepines and areas of potential mismanagement. A number of priorities for investigation are raised and implications for nursing roles and responsibilities discussed.
