Workplace Violence Training Programs for Nursing Students: A Literature Review

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Healthcare Safety
• Violence Prevention

Background:

• Workplace violence (WPV) poses a significant risk to nurses and nursing students globally.
• Negative consequences of WPV exposure can impact student well-being and future practice.
• Current implementation of WPV training programs for nursing students in university settings is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify and synthesize evidence on WPV prevention and management training programs for undergraduate and graduate nursing students.
• To review programs published between 2012 and 2018.

Main Methods:

• A literature review was conducted using five major databases.
• Articles focused on WPV training programs for nursing students in university settings.
• The Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool was used for evidence appraisal.

Main Results:

• Nine articles reported on WPV training programs for nursing students.
• Students demonstrated increased knowledge and practical skills in WPV prevention and management.
• Training programs received positive acceptance from nursing students.

Conclusions:

• Mandatory WPV training programs are recommended for all nursing schools.
• These programs are crucial for equipping students with essential knowledge and skills to prevent and manage WPV incidents.