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Patient assault support group: achieving educational objectives.

Marilyn Lewis Lanza1, Jennifer Demaio, Mary Anne Benedict

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Issues in Mental Health Nursing
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Hospital assaults on staff are rising. This study details a support group program designed to mitigate the negative impacts of workplace violence on healthcare professionals who have experienced assault.

Area of Science:

  • Healthcare management
  • Occupational health and safety
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Workplace violence, specifically assault, is a growing occupational hazard in healthcare settings.
  • Despite existing prevention strategies, hospital assaults are predicted to remain a significant issue.
  • Assaults negatively impact healthcare staff, necessitating targeted support.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a support group intervention aimed at reducing negative consequences for healthcare staff who have experienced assault.
  • To detail the program content and participant reactions within the support group.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of a support group program for assaulted healthcare staff.
  • Qualitative exploration of program content and member experiences.

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Main Results:

  • The support group provided a platform for staff to process the effects of assault.
  • Participants reported benefits in coping mechanisms and shared experiences.

Conclusions:

  • Support groups can be an effective intervention for mitigating the adverse effects of workplace violence on hospital staff.
  • Further development and implementation of such programs are warranted to address staff well-being in healthcare environments.