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Violence in the emergency department
1Emergency/Trauma Services, Freeman Hospitals and Health System, Joplin, Mo., USA.
Nursing Management
|November 10, 1998
Summary
Societal violence is increasing in US emergency departments (EDs), affecting both urban and rural areas. This overview explores preventive strategies, including risk assessments, security, and staff education to address this growing concern.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Emergency Medicine
- Criminology
Background:
- Societal violence is increasingly impacting emergency departments (EDs) across the United States.
- This trend is observed in both urban and rural healthcare settings, highlighting a widespread issue.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the escalating problem of violence in emergency departments.
- To review current and potential preventive strategies for mitigating violence in these settings.
Main Methods:
- An overview of existing literature and data on emergency department violence.
- Examination of risk assessment tools and protocols.
- Review of security system implementations.
- Analysis of staff education and training programs.
Main Results:
- Violence in EDs is a pervasive issue affecting diverse geographical locations.
- A multi-faceted approach involving risk assessment, enhanced security, and comprehensive staff education is crucial.
- Current preventive measures require further development and implementation.
Conclusions:
- Emergency departments require robust strategies to combat escalating violence.
- Proactive measures including risk assessment, physical security, and staff training are essential for a safer environment.
- Addressing the spillover of societal violence into healthcare settings is a critical public health priority.