Patient refuses care from Northeastern nursing technician, hurls insults at clinic

A 44-year-old patient at a UPA in Forquilhinha refused to be treated by a 32-year-old nursing technician, saying he did not want care from a Northeastern professional, and made insults and threatening remarks. Police were called and registered the case as contempt before acknowledging a possible misclassification.

• Forquilhinha, Brazil
• Nov 1, 2026
• Severity 2 of 5 — Harassment, threats, or intimidation