Journal of Nursing & Care

Sylvia Mcknight

Publications

• Research Article
  The Nature of Violence: Origins and Prevention of Healthcare Violence
  Author(s): Sylvia McknightSylvia Mcknight
  
  Violence in healthcare is a prominent global concern. To prevent violence it is necessary to have an organized plan of action against violence. It is vital to learn where violence originates and then to develop an organized interventional plan to prevent violence. This article analyzes the origins [causes and risk factors] of violence and delineates the process and development of an evidence based violence prevention plan designed to negate violence risk factors and prevent violence. Specific techniques are presented for prevention and de-escalation of aggression to prevent violence. Strategies are determined for development and implementation of effective violence prevention plan utilizing holistic evidence based interventions to prevent/reduce healthcare violence for a safe and therapeutic environment for everyone. Implications for practice are strategies for best practice in safety.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2167-1168.1000183

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