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Preventing Patient Violence on the Medical Surgical Unit
Rotar, Eric
Rotar, Eric
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Poster (Research)
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2015
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Nursing
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http://dx.doi.org/10.34944/dspace/9089
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Workers in hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare settings face significant risks of workplace violence. Many factors contribute to this risk, including working directly with people who have a history of violence or who may be delirious or under the influence of drugs. From 2002 to 2013, the rate of serious workplace violence incidents (those requiring days off for an injured worker to recuperate) was more than four times greater in healthcare than in private industry on average (OSHA Website). This equates to money lost to unproductive employees who must take time off work as a direct result of their injuries. It also may create fear and uncertainty in the employee. By reflecting on violent incidents and receiving education regarding violence prevention, nurses can gain new knowledge, improve their practice and prepare themselves for future similar incidents (Powley, 2013).
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