Intimidation of nurses in the workplace continues to be a problem. Intimidating behavior not only affects the nurse but also patient care. The nurse may be intimidated by colleagues, patients or doctors. Intimidating behavior is unhealthy and should be addressed. In this article the topic of intimidation of nurses will be discussed. Discussion will include definitions of intimidation, the impact of intimidation on the nursing profession, the impact of intimidation on patient care, solutions to manage intimidation, implications for the nursing curriculum, and future research possibilities regarding the topic of intimidation. 'intimidation. Definition of IntimidationIntimidation is a form of bullying. Forms of intimidation can include derogatory behaviors, such as being yelled at or the use of foul language and incorrect assignment of blame (Edwards, 2007). Intimidation in healthcare between and among professionals is most commonly in the form of verbal abuse. Verbal abuse can be an angry tone of voice, yelling and screaming, threats against a person or institution, or derogatory comments (Edwards, 2007). For the purposes of this document, the terms intimidation, bullying and disruptive behavior will be used interchangeably. The American Medical Association stated in 2002: “Personal conduct, whether verbal or physical, that adversely affects or has the potential to adversely affect patient care constitutes disruptive behavior.” Porto (2006) describes multiple types of disruptive behavior: vulgar or disrespectful language, demeaning behavior, name-calling, throwing instruments and charts, criticizing other caregivers in front of patients or other staff, comments that undermine the caregiver's confidence in providing assistance. for a patient. While s...... middle of the paper ......20E-9_045%20Physicians% 20with%20Disruptive%20Behavior.htmEdwards, S. & O'Connell, C. (2007). Exploring bullying: implications for nurse educators.Nurse Education in Practice,7, p 26-35Institute for Safe Medication Practices. (ISMP). 2004. Intimidation: Practitioners speak out about this unresolved problem. ISMP Drug Safety Alert, March 11. Longo, J. (2010). Fighting destructive behaviors: strategies to promote a healthy working environment. OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing, 15(1) Manuscript 5.Porto, G., & Lauve, R. (2006). Disruptive physician behavior: A persistent threat to patient safety. Retrieved from http://www.psqh.com/julaug06/disruptive.htmlCenter for American Nurses. (2008). Lateral violence and bullying in the workplace. Retrieved from Watt, S. (2006). Stand up to bullies. Nursing Standard, 21(3), p36-37