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The signs of impending violence[10]
| Provocative behavior |
| Angry demeanor, fixed gaze, avoidance of gaze, hostile facial expression |
| Loud, excited, aggressive speech |
| Tense posturing (e.g., gripping arm rails tightly, clenching fists) |
| Pacing or frequently changing body position |
| Aggressive acts (e.g., pounding walls, throwing objects, hitting oneself) |
| Behaviour of looking for an escape |
| Physical signs of stress (e.g., hyperventilation, sweating, tremor) |
