To conclude, we have looked at Lateral Violence in the workplace affecting nurses. Details of the different subsets of Lateral Violence were presented in addition to an in-depth definition, talk of its origin, causes, prominence, manifestations, prevention, and most important, a solution. There is no room in the professional practice environment for its existence due to stress on physical and mental wellbeing (“Lateral Violence and,” 2008 p. 12). Lateral violence and disorderly behaviors negates the retention of nursing staff and the quality and safety of patient care. It can be as important and painful as that of any other personal experiences of trauma (Christie and Jones, 2014). The safety of patients is generally at risk, therefore nurses
