Warning Signs of Aggressive Behavior in a Psychiatric Patient

Are you evaluating a psychiatric patient?

Yes

Is the patient ...

• showing increased psychomotor activity?

Yes

• showing increased anxiety?

Yes

• showing increased psychotic symptoms?

Yes

• showing increased paranoid symptoms?

Yes

• displaying bodily/physical expressions of anger?

Yes

• making verbal expressions of anger?

Yes

• showing an elevated or agitated mood?

Yes

• showing uncritical verbal or physical behavior?

Yes

Data complete?

Evaluation appropriate?

Number of warning signs for impending aggressive behavior

Is the patient showing warning signs of impending aggressive behavior?

Caution: A qualified health practitioner should verify all results.
Keep patient data confidential and comply with all legal requirements.

Purpose: To identify warning signs of aggressive behavior in a psychiatric patient based on the study by Hallsteinsen et al.