Neglecting to make safety a high priority -- Failing to spot and report possible violence -- Not following policies and standards of care -- Responding unwisely in a short-staffing situation -- Failing to protect oneself when whistle-blowing -- Neglecting to use due care in physical procedures -- Not checking equipment -- Assuming others are responsibile for your duties -- Assuming responsibility for informed consent -- Wrongfully disclosing confidential information -- Making reckless accusations -- Failing to act like a professional -- Confusing licensure issues with malpractice -- Failing to communicate -- Failing to monitor and assess -- Not listening -- Neglecting to follow risk management principles -- Making a malpractice case worse -- Not following documentation principles -- Confusing legal and ethical questions