Acts of violence in healthcare are becoming a serious problem for healthcare professionals and patients. Acts of violence in healthcare can threaten the health and safety of patients, their families and healthcare workers and affect the quality of medical services. Therefore, healthcare organisations need to implement appropriate procedures to combat acts of violence in healthcare.
Firstly, healthcare organisations should train their staff on acts of violence and raise their awareness. These trainings help health workers to recognise acts of violence and have knowledge on how to react. Trainings ensure that health workers are informed about defence strategies and safety measures against acts of violence.
Healthcare organisations should also take preventive measures against acts of violence. Preventive measures may include the use of security personnel and camera systems, implementing security protocols, identifying risky situations in advance and preparing prevention plans. These measures can help prevent acts of violence and quickly bring violent incidents under control.
Healthcare organisations should respond quickly and effectively when confronted with acts of violence and implement appropriate procedures for investigating acts of violence. These procedures include steps such as identifying, reporting and investigating acts of violence and taking necessary legal action. Healthcare organisations should also provide psychological support for patients and staff following acts of violence.
In conclusion, acts of violence in healthcare pose a serious threat to healthcare workers and patients. Therefore, healthcare organisations should take appropriate measures to prevent and control acts of violence and train their staff against acts of violence and raise their awareness.