Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
Experiences of Forensic Psychiatric Nurses Regarding Violence and Ethical Dilemmas: A Qualitative Study
ABSTRACT Introduction Forensic psychiatric nursing is a distinct field in which caregiving, security, legal responsibility and ethical decision‐making processes are closely intertwined. Aim/Question This study aimed to explore in depth the experiences of forensic psychiatric nurses regarding violence and ethical dilemmas encountered in clinical practice. Method A qualitative phenomenological design was employed. Data were collected through semi‐structured, in‐depth individual interviews with 18 nurses working in fo …