A client at the mental health clinic tells the case manager, I ...

[ss2343]

A client at the mental health clinic tells the case manager, I can't think about living another day, but don't tell anyone about the way I feel. I know you are obligated to protect my confidentiality.
 
   Which case manager response is most appropriate? 1. The treatment team is composed of many specialists who are working to improve your ability to function. Sharing this information with the team is critical to your care.
  2. Let's discuss steps that will resolve negative lifestyle choices that may have increased your suicidal risk.
  3. You seem to be preoccupied with self. You should concentrate on hope for the future.
  4. This information is secure with me because of client confidentiality.

Question 2

A female client with a psychotic disorder is experiencing olfactory hallucinations. Most likely, she would be complaining of a _____ that is disturbing to her.
 
  a. Vision
  b. Sound
  c. Smell
  d. Sense of touch

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Answer to Question 1

1
Rationale: The most appropriate response by the case manager is to explain that sharing the information with the treatment team is critical to the client's care. This case manager's priority is to ensure client safety and to inform others on the treatment team of the client's suicidal ideation.

Answer to Question 2

C
Hallucinations are false sensory inputs with no external stimuli that can occur with any of the senses. Olfactory refers to the sense of smell.

[ss2343]

Excellent

[Perkypinki]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review