Workplace Related Violence among Nurses Staff in Nasiriyah Teaching Hospitals

Abstract

Background: Workplace violence is a global public health issue that has put the physical and mental wellbeing of healthcare professionals in jeopardy. Furthermore, workplace violence has a negative impact on the conduct of healthcare employees. Therefore, the purpose of study is to assess the level of workplace related violence among nurses staff and determine the associated socio-demographic variables. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study conducted by simple random sample of 209 nurses is selected through the use a probability sampling approach. The reliability of the questionnaire was achieved through a pilot study and then presented to experts to prove its validity. The total number of items included in the questionnaire was 20-items for knowledge. The data was collected by using the interview method and analyzed by the application of descriptive and inferential statistical data analysis approach. Results: Out of 209 nurses participated in study and indicated that (50.2%) of the them exhibited a moderate workplace related violence. There were significant relationship between workplace related violence and nurses staff gender (p=0.015), current workplace (p=0.009) and work position (p=0.001). Conclusions: Workplace related violence, nurses staff expressed a moderate level due to influenced factors such as: nurses gender (female), current workplace (nurses who are work at critical care units) and work position (nurses who are directed with patients) are associated with higher workplace related violence. Nurses require post-qualification training in how to calm irate patients and relatives who may use violence, according to healthcare companies, professional groups, and policymakers.