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Nurses reported a high incidence of physical violence in two recent surveys
In the past, nurses were taught to ignore or downplay assaults, one group says
The issue is receiving renewed attention and legislation in some states
http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/07/11...nce/index.html
There has got to be something that can be done. Usually you can tell if someone is going to be a problem patient from the beginning. At that point the doctor can order 1,2,3, and up to 4 point restraints. They could also have a security guard in the ER as well. Also there are drugs they can use when the patient gets out of control. Bottom like, there is no reason a nurse or doctor should get hurt if the take the appropriate measurers.