Balancing Autonomy and Safety: A Comprehensive Review of Patient and Psychiatric Nurse Perspectives on Patient Rights in Mental Health Care

Background: The protection of patient rights in psychiatric settings remains a cornerstone of ethical and person-centered care. However, disparities persist between how psychiatric patients and nurses perceive these rights.Objective: This review aims to analyze the current literature concerning the perspectives of both psychiatric patients and nurses on fundamental rights in mental healthcare.Methods: An integrative literature review methodology was used to examine peer-reviewed studies published between 2018 and 2021 in Scopus, PubMed, and PsycINFO databases.Results: Three core themes emerged: communication, decision-making, and restrictive interventions.Conclusion: Findings indicate the urgent need for reform in education, policy, and practice to foster mutual respect and uphold the dignity of all individuals in psychiatric care.