title: How safe is your dialysis unit?
abstract: The author suggests that the physical plan of the dialysis unit be evaluated, along with the training and skill level of the staff, in handling disruptive patients and de-escalating violence. The unit should be safe and secure for those who work in it and all who receive care there.
authors.affiliation: Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis, USA.
authors.forename: B L
authors.initials: BL
authors.lastname: Powers
mesh_terms: D006436:Hemodialysis Units, Hospital / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D007318:Inservice Training; D010356:Patient Isolation; D011369:Professional-Patient Relations; D017751:Safety Management / Q000458:organization & administration*; D012637:Security Measures / Q000458:organization & administration*; D014481:United States; D014754:Violence / Q000517:prevention & control*