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Workplace violence and sleep disorders in emergency nurses: a multicenter cross-sectional study

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Emergency nurses are at high risk of experiencing workplace violence (WPV), a significant global issue. Violence negatively impacts nurses' sleep quality. Objective: To investigate the prevalence of workplace violence and sleep disorders among emergency department (ED) nurses, and to explore their interrelationship, thereby providing evidence for developing strategies to reduce WPV and improve sleep quality. Methods: A stratified cluster sampling method was used to recruit ED nurses from 30 hospitals across mainland China between December 26, 2023, and January 18, 2024. Data were collected using a self-designed demographic questionnaire, the Workplace Violence Questionnaire, and the Self-administered Sleep Questionnaire (SSQ). Pearson correlation analysis and multiple linear regression were employed to examine the relationship between WPV and sleep disorders. Results: < 0.01). Multiple linear regression analysis revealed that psychological violence score, years of work experience, weekly working hours, night shift frequency, and marital status were independent predictors of sleep disorder severity. Conclusion: Emergency nurses face a high level of workplace violence, which significantly contributes to sleep disorders. Enhanced management strategies to prevent WPV and improve sleep quality are urgently needed.

Source: Frontiers in Public Health

DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2026.1821926

Authors: Chunmei Zhang, Ya Zhang, Kun Ling, Luying Zhong, Yongli Gao

Institutions: Sichuan University, West China Hospital of Sichuan University

Language: English

Topic: Workplace Violence and Bullying

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Decent work and economic growth, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,801