What Are You Afraid Of? Managing Staff Fear and Anxiety With Agitated Patients
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DOI: 10.1177/1078390320902815
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Mental health workers frequently encounter situations in which patients display agitation and escalating behaviors, increasing the risk for assaults, injuries, time off, and possible termination. These factors contribute to increased fear and anxiety when… read more here.
Keywords: agitated patients; fear anxiety; staff; mental health ... See more keywords