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Combatting sexual harassment.

Jane McCausland Kurz1

  • 1Temple University, Department of Nursing, Philadelphia, USA.

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|July 26, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Sexual harassment is prevalent in nursing, with over half of female nurses reporting experiences. This highlights the urgent need for strategies to prevent and address such incidents in the healthcare workplace.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Healthcare Workplace Safety
  • Sexual Harassment

Background:

  • A significant portion of female nurses have experienced sexual harassment.
  • The prevalence of workplace sexual harassment poses risks to nurses' well-being and professional environment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the issue of sexual harassment in nursing.
  • To explore preventative measures for nurses facing harassment.

Main Methods:

  • The study is based on a recent nursing survey.
  • Data was collected from female respondents regarding their experiences.

Main Results:

  • More than 50% of female nursing respondents reported past sexual harassment.
  • The findings underscore a critical issue within the nursing profession.

Conclusions:

  • Nurses need to be aware of the high incidence of sexual harassment.
  • Proactive measures are essential for nurses to protect themselves and colleagues.

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