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Exposure to aggression or violence at work is terrible for anyone. When you work in a caring profession such as nursing or midwifery it is difficult to reconcile that you would be exposed to workplace violence.

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Nobody — including nurses and midwives — should be injured or assaulted at work.
If you are concerned about occupational violence and aggression and would like some support, you can call our confidential support line 24/7 on 1800 667 877.

What is occupational violence and aggression?

If you experience aggression or violence at work, there are things you can do to look after yourself and your colleagues.

Being informed, talking to your manager and seeking support as soon as an incident of aggression or violence occurs leads to better health outcomes.

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Occupational aggression and violence refers to any incident in which an employee is abused, threatened or assaulted in circumstances arising out of, or during the course of, their work and includes:

• verbal, physical or psychological abuse
• threats or other intimidating behaviors
• physical attacks, such as hitting, pinching or scratching
• aggravated assault
• threats with a weapon or objects, or
• sexual harassment and sexual assault.

You may be the direct target or witness violence against somebody else.

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Work-related violence on nurses, midwives and students may cause immediate harm or have cumulative long-term implications for health and wellbeing. It is essential that workplaces adopt a zero-tolerance approach to occupational violence and show strong leadership on this issue.
Clear occupational health and safety procedures, staff training and comprehensive incident reporting are vital to reducing aggression and violence in the workplace.

While nurses and midwives take on the role of caring for others, it is crucial they look after themselves and their colleagues.  The health and wellbeing of nurses and midwives is an important part of a quality health service.

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Occupational violence prevention: What can you do?

If you or a colleague experience occupational aggression or violence it is important to know how to manage it and any emotional responses you may experience. Here are some tips that may assist:

• attend aggression prevention and management training provided by your workplace
• read your organisation’s policies on preventing and managing occupational violence
• avoid working in isolation
• undertake risk assessments to proactively identify the potential for violence and be part of the process to put prevention strategies in place
• report potential risks to your manager and the occupational health and safety representative
• develop effective communication skills that will equip you to prevent aggression from escalating and create boundaries that create two- way communication
• familiarise yourself with your organisation’s incident reporting policies and procedures and report and record near misses
• engage in debriefing and support with your manager and colleagues
• seek support from your organisation’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider. If this is not offered request it
• complete an incident report
• let your family or friends know what happened so they can support you, and
• look after yourself and your colleagues.

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Ensure that any incident aggression is documented so that you and your colleagues can access ongoing support. Even if you don’t think you need support immediately after the incident, it is important to acknowledge lingering emotional responses and seek support.

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What can I do next?

Nurse & Midwife Support is here to talk if you have experienced workplace violence or aggression.
Our service provides free and confidential support 24/7, to nurses, midwives and students Australia wide. If you would like to speak to someone call 1800 667 877, or you can request support via email.

If you would like to know a bit more about the service before getting in contact — take a look through https://nursingcongress.nursingconference.com/.

53^rd World Congress on

Nursing and Health Care

June 21-22, 2019 | Brisbane, Australia

Theme: Exploring Innovations and Latest Advancements in Nursing and Health Care

How Nurses Can Handle Daily Stress:

Nursing has demands that cause stress in most of us. More often than not, whenever you catch up on your work and personal life, there is more stress from somewhere unexpected. At work, you are faced with demands you can hardly cope with.

In a 2016 risk appraisal survey report sponsored by ANA, revealed that nurses experience a higher than average level of stress compared to other adults.

• To deal with the problem, you ought to understand it and know its source.
• Stress has side effects and can affect your body by causing:
• Sleep disturbances and heart problems.
• Chronic pain and joint pain.
• Changes in body weight and peptic ulcers among others.

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How you can reduce stress?

Journaling

At times, stress is usually caused by a feeling of being ‘not enough’. Most people experience feelings of incompetence and bring about undue pressure on themselves.

Journaling all that you are and what you have achieved will make you feel less stressed.
Reading through your journal will make you realize that you have made a great impact in other peoples lives.

What you experience and journal at this point will be read by you later, enabling you to judge for yourself and rationalize if the thing that bothered you was worth stressing over.

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Stay Hydrated
Water is essential- you’ve heard that over and over. Be kind to your body and drink enough water. Otherwise, you risk being extremely dehydrated because stress and dehydration have the same physiological effects on your body.

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Time Management
Poor time management is a major source of stress.
Stress is brought about when an individual feels overwhelmed and incapable of doing the tasks assigned to them.

Manage your time and events well. You can attend to the tasks that are the top priority and urgent first, then attend to the others whenever you get a chance.
Create time for your family and personal activities too, so you don’t feel over-absorbed into the daily demands of work.

You may not be able to create the ‘perfect balance,’ but managing your time well will enable you to plan your day and enhance your performance, leading to lower stress levels.

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Retreat
As a nurse, you always put other people first -at home and work. Try as much as you can to catch a break while at work.
Sleep and rest is a cure for stress.
It is recommended you catch seven hours of sleep to keep fatigue, stress, and burnout at bay. Your mood gets better when you are well rested.

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Nurture your Spirit
A person is made up of the body, mind, and spirit.
The three facets of an individual should work in sync. When your mind and spirit are at peace, it will reflect in your body.

When your mind and spirit are in a poor state, it affects all areas.
Make a point of tapping into your spiritual aspect on a daily basis. This offers you the chance to get grace and strength to tackle whatever comes your way with a sense of grace and replenished energy.

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Practice Mindfulness

Make a conscious decision every day to practice mindfulness. Practicing mindfulness will enable you to focus on the present moment and not be anxious about what is to come or regret what was not done in the past. Paying attention to the present enables you to use your energy on what can be done instead of worrying about what is beyond your capacity.

Mindfulness meditation enables you to experience a moment with undivided attention and to cope with negative emotions easily.

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What is an LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse

What exactly does a licensed practical nurse do? An LPN works under the supervision of doctors and RNs, performing duties such as taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medication, ensuring patient comfort, and reporting the status of their patients to the nurses.

Another title provided is "registered practical nurse" (RPNs) in the Canadian province of Ontario.

A person can generally become an LPN with two years of training; all U.S state and territorial boards also require passage of the NCLEX-PN exam. In Canada, the education program ranges from two to three years of post-secondary and students must pass the intensive Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam (CPNRE).

What does an LPN Do?

The roles of this job are similar to the duties of an RN. According to Rasmussen, typical job duties will include:

• Monitoring basic patient health such as vital signs and overall condition
• Changing dressings or inserting catheters
• Taking patient histories and maintaining documentation
• Assisting with tests or procedures
• Providing such aged personal care,  helping with bathing and toileting
• Consulting with RNs on care plans

Are LPNs and LVNs the same?

While duties may vary slightly depending on your employer, LPNs and LVNs are essentially the same thing—the difference is the name and the state where you work. A licensed vocational nurse is the title used in Texas and California, while licensed practical nurse is used in the rest of the United States.

Where they work

They can both be employed in the same types of places – hospitals, nursing homes, etc. The biggest difference is that a vocational nurse will need to be supervised by an RN at any of these places.

Here are some typical job locations:

• Nursing home
• Hospital
• Home health care
• Doctor’s Offices
• Rehabilitation Center
• Military Bases

Can LPNs specialize?

LPN education often covers a wide variety of topics, so you can leave your program with knowledge and skills in many areas. Specialization isn’t required, but you might choose to focus your career by gaining certification through a state organization or the National Association of Practical Nurse Education and Services (NAPNES). You can specialize in areas like IV therapy, long-term care, pharmacology, correctional health, and developmental disabilities.

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