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[page 654] might have been one of the conditions. It would be uncomfortable for a man to report an attendant; that is the main reason Q. And the main reason was to protect yourself? A. For what time I was there Q. Are the rules posted up in the hospital? A. Yes, sir. I have seen them hanging up in the dining-room especially. Q. You were familiar with them? A. I have read them Q. Not only were these printed rules posted up there but written rules which attendants were made familiar with? A. The book of regulations, printed rules. Q. Circulated among the attendants- they all knew them? A. Yes, sir. Q. Are you familiar with the rule that: "Patients are to be soothed and calmed when irritated... They shall never be rudely handled nor more force used in any case them is necessary to prevent injury. When mild and persuasive means fail to produce compliance, a superior will be called. No provocation can justify violence in word or action. Striking a patient shall be followed by the immediate discharge of the person who gave the blow" You were familiar with that rule? A. Yes, sir.