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Safe strategies for potentially violent patients, part 2
Sheila G Dunn1, Sarah E Alholm
1Quality America, Inc., PO Box 8787, Asheville, NC 28814, USA. sdunn@quality-america.com
The Journal of Medical Practice Management : MPM
|January 30, 2008
Summary
This article offers practical strategies to reduce workplace violence in healthcare settings. It provides over 40 environmental and administrative recommendations and guidance on responding to incidents.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Occupational Safety
- Criminology
Background:
- Workplace violence in healthcare settings is a significant concern.
- Previous research has explored the causes and impacts of such violence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline operational strategies for decreasing the likelihood of workplace violence in healthcare.
- To provide actionable environmental and administrative suggestions for violence reduction.
- To offer guidance on responding to workplace violence incidents.
Main Methods:
- Compilation of over 40 environmental and administrative suggestions.
- Development of a downloadable risk assessment tool.
- Inclusion of a section on post-incident response.
Main Results:
- A comprehensive list of over 40 practical strategies to mitigate workplace violence.
- A risk assessment tool to tailor violence prevention measures.
- Guidance for healthcare professionals on managing violent incidents.
Conclusions:
- Implementing environmental and administrative changes can significantly reduce workplace violence.
- A proactive approach, including risk assessment and response planning, is crucial.
- While complete prevention may be impossible, preparedness is key to managing healthcare workplace violence.
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