He broke the doctor’s nose and elbowed a nurse. Triggering a complaint against him. The episode, yet another in which Italian health workers are victims of aggression, happened in Castiglione delle Stiviere in the province of Mantua.
The attacker is a 68-year-old patient who ended up in the emergency room of theSan Pellegrino hospital of Castiglione. The episode occurred at 9pm last Tuesday in the facility which is private and affiliated with the national health service.
The 68-year-old, resident in the Mantua area, ended up in hospital for a head injury following a fall. When it was time to be transferred to radiology for the CT scan, he inexplicably went into a rage with repeated kicks and punches. She hit the nurse who accompanied her with one elbow to the sternumgetting her one 23 day prognosis. The radiologist, however, was found to have fracture of the nasal septum and a prognosis of thirty days.
The police, called for help by other personnel on duty, stopped the man and reported him for serious bodily injury.
**Marco Rossi mentions the impact of violence on nurses’ mental and emotional well-being. What specific support mechanisms, such as counseling or peer support programs, does the Italian Nurses’ Association advocate for to help healthcare workers cope with the trauma of workplace violence?**
## Interview: Violence Against Healthcare Workers: A Growing Concern
Welcome to World-Today-News.com. Today we’re discussing a disturbing incident of violence against healthcare workers that occurred at San Pellegrino Hospital in Castiglione delle Stiviere. We’re joined by Dr. Sofia Bianchi, a leading expert on workplace violence prevention in the healthcare sector, and Marco Rossi, President of the Italian Nurses’ Association. Thank you both for being here.
**I. The Incident:**
* **Dr. Bianchi**, this incident, while shocking, unfortunately isn’t isolated. Can you shed light on the prevalence of violence against healthcare workers in Italy and globally? What are some of the contributing factors?
* **Marco**, your association represents nurses who are at the frontline of this crisis. What has been the impact of this type of violence on your members? How does it affect their mental and emotional well-being, and ultimately, their ability to provide care?
**II. Understanding the Perpetrator:**
* **Dr. Bianchi**, the article mentions the attacker was a 68-year-old patient who reportedly became agitated during his transfer for a CT scan. What could have triggered this violent outburst, and how can hospitals better address the needs of patients who might be experiencing distress or disorientation?
* **Marco**, from a nurse’s perspective, what are some strategies for de-escalating tense situations with potentially volatile patients? How can we balance patient care with the safety of healthcare workers?
**III. Addressing the Issue:**
* **Dr. Bianchi**,
what systemic changes are needed to effectively combat violence against healthcare workers? Should there be harsher penalties for perpetrators, or are there preventative measures that could be put in place?
* **Marco**, what specific steps can hospitals and healthcare organizations take to create a safer environment for their staff? What role should training and support play in addressing this issue?
** IV. Looking Ahead:**
* **Dr. Bianchi**, what message would you like to send to the public about the seriousness of violence against healthcare workers? How can individuals contribute to creating a culture of respect and safety within healthcare settings?
* **Marco**, what are your hopes for the future? What concrete actions can be taken to ensure that healthcare workers can perform their crucial duties without fear of violence?
Thank you both for your insightful perspectives. This is a complex issue that demands our attention and action. We hope this conversation will raise awareness and contribute to meaningful change.
