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The violent patient.

S Hill1, J Petit

  • 1Department of Emergency Medicine, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, New York, USA.

Emergency Medicine Clinics of North America
|April 18, 2000
PubMed
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Emergency departments can minimize risks from violent behavior by using a multidisciplinary approach, similar to managing airway compromise. Proactive preparation ensures safer, more professional patient care, even in intensive situations.

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Area of Science:

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Behavioral Health
  • Patient Safety

Background:

  • Emergency departments (EDs) frequently encounter patients exhibiting violent behavior.
  • Such encounters pose significant risks of injury to both patients and healthcare staff.
  • Current approaches may not consistently mitigate these risks effectively.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To advocate for a structured, multidisciplinary approach to managing behavioral decompensation in EDs.
  • To draw parallels between managing behavioral emergencies and established protocols for airway compromise.
  • To highlight the benefits of proactive preparation in reducing adverse events and improving patient outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • The study proposes a cohesive, multidisciplinary strategy for addressing behavioral decompensation.

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  • It emphasizes anticipation and preparation, drawing analogies to the management of airway compromise.
  • Key elements include knowledge, teamwork, and specific clinical skills.

    • Main Results:

    • Implementing a structured approach minimizes the risk of injury to patients and staff.
    • Anticipation and preparation can prevent the need for highly invasive interventions.
    • This strategy facilitates a calm and positive outcome for affected patients.

    Conclusions:

    • A proactive, multidisciplinary strategy is crucial for managing violent behavior in EDs.
    • Effective teamwork and preparedness enhance patient safety and professional care.
    • Even critically ill patients with behavioral issues can be managed safely and effectively.