Aggression on haemodialysis units: a mixed method study

ConclusionThis study demonstrates that aggression is a significant problem on haemodialysis units, with verbal aggression most prevalent. The temporal patterns to aggression observed are related to the uniqueness of the haemodialysis setting, with a distinctly different treatment environment compared with other healthcare settings.

Source: Journal of Renal Care - June 1, 2014 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Julia Jones, Henk Nijman, Jamie Ross, Neil Ashman, Patrick Callaghan Tags: Original Research Source Type: research