'Caring for patients involves keeping them from harm'

Article Abstract:

The study focuses on the issues concerning underage sex among the teenagers, especially when they are given beds on adult mental health wards in the hospitals. The author suggests that the nurses and the staff should be aware if anybody is having sex in their wards and should then take proper care of them by spotting their vulnerability and working with them to keep them away from any harm.

Nursing, Patient care

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A voice from mental health

Article Abstract:

The subjects that are prohibited in the workplace like child abuse, racism, and other prejudices are solved at mental health settings. Mental health care acknowledges the inherent difficulties in addressing spiritual issues and emphasizes the importance of doing so thus offering guidelines for a way forward.

Public affairs, Religious aspects

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Risk assessment is key to protecting staff

Article Abstract:

A mental health nurse reveals that the 'zero tolerance' of violence and aggression policies, routinely displayed in A&E departments, do not apply in mental health settings. She believes that risk assessment is the only key to protect staff and patients.

General services, Safety and security measures, Violence in hospitals, Hospital violence

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