Knowing When to De-escalate or Disengage from a Situation: Personal Security in Healthcare
DE-ESCALATE OR DISENGAGE? THAT IS THE QUESTION
Workplace violence is a serious issue in healthcare settings, with healthcare workers at an increased risk of experiencing violence from patients, their families, or other staff members. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), healthcare workers are four times more likely to experience workplace violence than workers in other industries.