Häusliche & sexualisierte Gewalt in der Notaufnahme – Was du als Erstkontakt unbedingt wissen musst

📌 Trigger warning: This video deals with sensitive topics such as domestic and sexual violence. Please only watch if you are comfortable with it. 🛑 Domestic & Sexual Violence in the Emergency Room In this episode, we discuss a topic that is often overlooked but plays a major role in emergency medicine: domestic and sexual violence. Together with Ruth Labes, a registered nurse, forensic nurse, and violence prevention officer at the Charité – Mitte emergency department, we show how patients can be identified, treated, and supported. Domestic & Sexual Violence in the Emergency Room ... We explain: 💡 What domestic and sexual violence is – and why it belongs in the emergency room 🩺 What measures are possible – from initial care and legally admissible documentation to securing evidence 👁️ Recognizing red flags – when a bad feeling should be taken seriously 🤝 Confidentiality & a humane approach – how to create a safe space 🧾 Tips for medical staff – staying authentic, having the courage to speak up, and supporting patients This episode aims to raise awareness and provide practical insights into how medical staff in the emergency room can respond to those affected professionally and empathetically. 📚 Chapters: 0:00 – Introduction & Significance in Emergency Medicine 0:33 – Introduction 1:03 – Definition of Domestic Violence 1:11 – Definition of Sexualized Violence 1:34 – Confidential Evidence Collection & Court-Admissible Documentation 3:22 – Limitations Without a Police Report 4:00 – Responsibilities of the Emergency Department 5:00 – Case Studies & Procedures 6:00 – Red Flags & Gut Feeling 8:00 – Creating Space & Addressing Confidentially 10:00 – Basic Attitude: Empathetic & Humane 12:00 – Conclusion & Summary 🏥 Publisher Charité – University Medicine Berlin 🎥 Production: “Never Lose the Wire” Team 👥 Team of this Episode Host: Felix Bangert Expert: Ruth Labes Camera: Anna Munk Post-Production: Felix Bangert Scientific Consultation: Prof. Möckel 📬 Helpful Resources & Support for Victims: Violence Against Women Helpline – 08000 116 016 https://www.hilfetelefon.de/ Children's & Youth Helpline – 116 111 https://www.nummergegenkummer.de/ White Ring – Victim Support https://weisser-ring.de/ Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Relief – Emergency Information https://www.bbk.bund.de/DE/Home/home_... ⚠️ Disclaimer The content of this video series was created to the best of our knowledge and belief. It is intended solely for internal training and continuing education and does not replace medical training, structured clinical supervision, or adherence to local standards and SOPs. 🔎 Keywords / Tags #EmergencyMedicine #Violence #SexualViolence #DomesticViolence #Charité #NeverLoseTheWire #EmergencyRoom #Forensics #Empathy #PatientSafety