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A PMHNP working in a community mental health center is conducting an intake evaluation with a new patient who has a documented history of violence when psychotic. During the interview, the patient becomes increasingly agitated, stands up abruptly, and begins pacing while making threatening statements. The PMHNP is alone in the interview room with the door closed. She realizes she did not review the patient's safety alerts before the appointment. Which of the following best describes the professional standard for workplace violence prevention in psychiatric settings?