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  • Healthcare Management
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, are increasingly targets of harassment, abuse, and violence.
  • These incidents originate from patients and members of the public, creating a hostile work environment.
  • The impact of such violence affects staff well-being, job satisfaction, and retention within the National Health Service (NHS).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the prevalence and nature of harassment, abuse, and violence directed at NHS staff.
  • To highlight the critical issue of workplace violence in healthcare settings.
  • To advocate for improved safety measures and support systems for healthcare workers.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative review and consideration of the problem.
  • Analysis of reported incidents and their impact.
  • Discussion of contributing factors and potential solutions.

Main Results:

  • The study identifies harassment, abuse, and violence as a pervasive problem affecting NHS staff.
  • Incidents stem from interactions with patients and the public.
  • The consequences include psychological distress and potential attrition from the workforce.

Conclusions:

  • Urgent attention and systemic changes are required to mitigate violence against NHS staff.
  • Protecting healthcare workers is paramount for maintaining a functional and effective healthcare system.
  • Further research and policy interventions are needed to ensure a safe working environment.