NURSING CARE FOR Mr. MU WITH RISK OF VIOLENT BEHAVIOR IN ACEH GOVERNMENT MENTAL HOSPITAL

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This study examines nursing care in managing the risk of violent behavior in patients with mental disorders at Bale Bougenville, Aceh Government Mental Hospital. The main problem faced is violent behavior that can endanger the safety of oneself and others. This case study aims to determine the implementation of nursing care applied to patients with a risk of violent behavior at Bale Bougenville, Aceh Government Mental Hospital. The design of this study is a case study report with a qualitative approach, involving direct assessment, implementation of interventions, and ongoing evaluation for 8 days. The results of the case study found three nursing diagnoses, namely the risk of violent behavior, sensory perception disorders and chronic low self-esteem. The nursing actions given were physical techniques (deep breathing and hitting the pillow or mattress), drug control, verbal communication, spiritual approaches and group activity therapy. The conclusion is that the approach applied in this case study succeeded in improving the management of violent behavior in patients. It is recommended that the nursing team strengthen self-control techniques and conduct regular monitoring and evaluation, with the support of additional resources from hospital management and the involvement of the patient's family.   Keywords: Risk of Violent Behavior, Physical Techniques, Verbal Communication, Spiritual Approach.