He's Got A Gun!

Weapons in the Emergency Room-You Can Survive!

Abstract

With the increasing amount of violence prevalent in our society, it is inevitable that this violence will enter emergency departments. Nurses are increasingly likely to see guns and other deadly weapons in the emergency department. The purpose of this article is to explain how a firearm works and how to safely handle and store the weapon until someone with more training can take possession of the weapon.

In Brief

In today's increasingly violent environment, nurses are much more likely to see a gun in their work setting. This article presents an easy to understand discussion of how a firearm works and how to safely handle and store the weapon until someone with more expertise in the area can arrive and take possession of the firearm. This is important for all nurses to know.