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“In hospitals there is no time off for good behavior.” quote by Josephine Tey
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“In hospitals there is no time off for good behavior.”

Josephine Tey

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Man in the Queue, 1931

In high‑stress environments like hospitals, there is little tolerance for lax behavior.

In simple terms: Hospitals demand constant vigilance.

Key Takeaway

Maintain professionalism at all times.

Themes

responsibility stress professionalism

Mood

serious urgent

Type

literary professional

When to use this quote

  • emergency care
  • patient safety
  • team coordination

Key Concepts

workplace ethics performance standards

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you stay alert under pressure?
  • What systems support consistent behavior?
A Different Perspective

Burnout can erode standards over time.

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