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Home healthcare nurses received violence prevention training using role-playing and scenario-based methods. This program improved knowledge retention and fostered a more positive attitude toward safety training.

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Area of Science:

Healthcare worker safety
Nursing education
Violence prevention in healthcare

Background:

Home healthcare nurses face risks of workplace violence.
Existing safety protocols may not adequately prepare nurses for violent encounters.
Need for effective training to enhance nurse safety and preparedness.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and evaluate a violence prevention training program for home healthcare nurses.
To assess the program's impact on nurses' knowledge, skills, and attitudes regarding safety.
To improve self-protection strategies for nurses in potentially violent situations.

Main Methods:

Development of a comprehensive training program including information on threat assessment and emergency procedures.
Implementation of role-playing exercises and scenario-based instruction.
Assessment of knowledge retention through examinations and evaluation of employee attitudes toward the training.

Main Results:

Training program led to improved knowledge retention among participants.
Scenario-based learning and role-playing enhanced understanding and recall.
Employees reported a more positive attitude towards the safety training compared to previous methods.

Conclusions:

The developed training program is effective in enhancing home healthcare nurses' ability to protect themselves from violence.
Role-playing and scenario-based methods are valuable tools for improving safety training effectiveness and employee engagement.
Implementing such programs can contribute to a safer working environment for home healthcare professionals.