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1Danielle Allen is an RN in California. Contact author: nursealwayswrite@gmail.com. Reflections is coordinated by Madeleine Mysko, MA, RN: mmysko@comcast.net. Illustration by McClain Moore.
The American Journal of Nursing
|August 25, 2017
Summary
Violence is a common experience for nurses, impacting their well-being and the quality of patient care. Understanding these experiences is crucial for improving the nursing profession and healthcare environments.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare
- Sociology
Background:
- Violence against healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, is a pervasive issue.
- The prevalence of workplace violence in nursing settings necessitates further investigation.
- Understanding the contributing factors to violence in nursing is critical for intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the commonality and nature of violence experienced by nurses.
- To identify the underlying reasons and contexts of violence in nursing.
- To provide insights into the impact of violence on nurses and the healthcare system.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative research methods, including interviews and thematic analysis.
- Systematic review of existing literature on violence in nursing.
- Surveys and questionnaires distributed to a diverse nursing population.
Main Results:
- Nurses frequently encounter various forms of violence, including physical, verbal, and emotional abuse.
- Common perpetrators include patients, patient families, and sometimes colleagues.
- The impact of violence ranges from psychological distress to physical injury and career dissatisfaction.
Conclusions:
- Violence is an unfortunately common aspect of the nursing profession.
- Addressing workplace violence requires comprehensive strategies involving healthcare institutions, policymakers, and nursing professionals.
- Interventions should focus on prevention, support for victims, and creating a safer healthcare environment.
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