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Creating safety in an acute psychiatric in patient unit

Dealing with Violence is often considered an integral part of work within Acute Psychiatric In-Patient units. High levels of violence on wards are directly linked to staff well-being and absenteeism. Violence creates negative experiences and raises anxiety in patients and their families. AIM-To decrease Violent incidents on the Wards by 25% by May 2017

Published: 30/06/2017

Publisher: NHS Education for Scotland (NES)

Keywords:

  • Quality and safety fellowship
  • Type: Document

    Audience: General audience