‘Out of My Control’—Emergency Nurses' Experiences of Violence From Patients and Visitors in China: A Qualitative Descriptive Study

Key Points

• This research aims to understand the experiences of emergency nurses regarding violence from patients and visitors.
• Qualitative descriptive study design
• Interviews with emergency nurses in China
• Analysis of narratives regarding violence experiences
• Emergency nurses report frequent encounters with violence from patients and visitors.
• Reported experiences highlight feelings of fear and powerlessness in managing aggressive situations.
• The findings suggest a need for improved workplace safety measures and support for nursing staff.