Prevalence and Impact of Violence Against Healthcare Workers in Brazilian Emergency Departments: A National Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Workplace violence (WPV) is a significant occupational hazard in healthcare, with emergency departments (EDs) recognized as high-risk environments. Although globally significant, data from Latin America remain scarce. In this study we aimed to evaluate the prevalence and effects of WPV on healthcare workers in Brazilian EDs.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional survey of healthcare workers in Brazilian EDs. Respondents indicated verbal and physical violence experienced within the preceding six months, along with associated psychological and occupational impacts. Univariable models identified significant associated factors, followed by multivariable models to determine independent associated factors of WPV. We reported results as adjusted odds ratios (aOR) with

SUBMITTER: Dorn de Carvalho JM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12698140 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature