Using De-escalation Techniques to Combat Workplace Violence
Advisor(s)
Jamie Hunsicker
Megan Lieb
Confirmation
1
Document Type
Poster
Location
ONU McIntosh Center; Activities Room
Start Date
11-4-2025 11:00 AM
End Date
11-4-2025 11:50 AM
Abstract
Abstract
Problem: Workplace violence is on the rise in healthcare systems across the world. Studies have found that nurses don't feel they can do their jobs effectively because of worries of potential harm to them and their patients. There has been evidence that there are not effective methods to help healthcare workers remain safe and to know how to properly handle these violent situations.
Aim: The purpose of this project is to determine if de-escalation training increases nurses' feelings of preparation for violent situations and decreases incidences of workplace violence.
Methods: This project will be a pre/post test study. Hospital nurses' perceptions regarding preparedness and instances of workplace violence will be measured prior to and 6-months following de-escalation training.
Conclusion: It is expected that nurses will feel more prepared for aggressive situations in the workplace and be more able to de-escalate them to prevent workplace violence incidents. It is recommended that all healthcare staff receive de-escalation training in order to feel more prepared and be able to intervene in aggressive and violent situations.
Recommended Citation
Jones, Sarah S., "Using De-escalation Techniques to Combat Workplace Violence" (2025). ONU Student Research Colloquium. 48.
https://digitalcommons.onu.edu/student_research_colloquium/2025/Posters/48
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Using De-escalation Techniques to Combat Workplace Violence
ONU McIntosh Center; Activities Room
Abstract
Problem: Workplace violence is on the rise in healthcare systems across the world. Studies have found that nurses don't feel they can do their jobs effectively because of worries of potential harm to them and their patients. There has been evidence that there are not effective methods to help healthcare workers remain safe and to know how to properly handle these violent situations.
Aim: The purpose of this project is to determine if de-escalation training increases nurses' feelings of preparation for violent situations and decreases incidences of workplace violence.
Methods: This project will be a pre/post test study. Hospital nurses' perceptions regarding preparedness and instances of workplace violence will be measured prior to and 6-months following de-escalation training.
Conclusion: It is expected that nurses will feel more prepared for aggressive situations in the workplace and be more able to de-escalate them to prevent workplace violence incidents. It is recommended that all healthcare staff receive de-escalation training in order to feel more prepared and be able to intervene in aggressive and violent situations.