Citation

Gagan MJ. J. Psychosoc. Nurs. Ment. Health Serv. 2003; 41(3): 44-49.

Affiliation

University of Arizona, College of Nursing, 1305 N. Martin, PO Box 210203, Tucson, AZ 85721-0203, USA. mgagan@nursing.arizona.edu

Copyright

(Copyright © 2003, Healio)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

12643082

Abstract

Interpersonal violence in the United States has been called a health issue of epidemic proportions (Rudman & Alpert, 2000). Reports of interpersonal violence appear daily in popular media, and specific cases have been sensationalized. The nursing profession traditionally has attempted to respond to major health issues through education, political activity, and direct patient care. So, what have nurse educators done to prepare nurses to address this issue in their clinical practices and communities?

Language: en