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Table 2 Can the phenomenon of violence be handled?

From: Manifestations of verbal and physical violence towards doctors: a comparison between hospital and community doctors

How in your opinion can violence be handled in a better way (more than one answer is possible)?

N (%)

Increased enforcement and deterrence

52 (63.4)

Education of patients

28 (34.1)

Staff training

22 (26.8)

Better communication between doctors and patients

22 (26.8)

Improved availability and quality of care

17 (20.7)

Teamwork

13 (15.9)

Adjustment of the work environment

6 (7.3)