Providing nurses and healthcare staff with training on de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution can help manage aggressive situations.
Workplace violence (WPV) against healthcare workers, particularly nurses, is a global concern. It encompasses physical, verbal, and psychological abuse directed at healthcare professionals by patients, their families, or even colleagues. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and various health organizations have documented that healthcare workers are at a higher risk of experiencing violence in their workplace compared to other sectors. Providing nurses and healthcare staff with training on
To combat violence against nurses, a multi-faceted approach is necessary: a multi-faceted approach is necessary: