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Violence and Abuse in the workplace

Has anyone run across any violent or abusive patients at work? Over the years it is becoming increasingly hostile at my job with a few situations that I'd rather not go into details about just yet. What does your administration do in these situations? Have you or any coworkers been assaulted?

Your Professional Title/Credentials: CMA

Are You Still In School? For nursing

Are You Working? yes

Re: Violence and Abuse in the workplace

In the hospital setting yes, as well as mental health, but not in the clinic.

Your Professional Title/Credentials: LPN

Are You Still In School? yes

Are You Working? yes

Re: Violence and Abuse in the workplace

I work in a dr's office, so no... It wouldn't be tolerated.... We DO have a sleep clinic & a pt has gotten violet BUT, the situation was quickly fixed & the pt was sent to a mental hospital.

Are You Still In School? yes

Are You Working? yes