April 03, 2016 5:00 AM
That verbal, and even physical, abuse against nurses is common should be of concern to society as it involves the health of a sector that requires more dedicated workers. Thoughtless abuse is the last thing that is needed given the demanding nature of their work. Failing to curb such behaviour would lower the standing of the hospital as a rewarding work environment. Patients and visitors must realise that every case of abuse is an attack on the morale of the very people on whom they depend more than anyone else when hospitalised. It would work against the public if the lack of respect shown by the minority turns off hardworking and committed workers eyeing the field.
