Police bring a patient to the mental health unit. The patient was ...

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Police bring a patient to the mental health unit. The patient was directing traffic and shouting rhymes on a busy city street. The patient's spouse reports that the patient has not slept or eaten for 3 days.
 
  Which assessment findings have priority concern for this patient's plan of care? a. Pressured speech and grandiosity
  b. Hyperactivity; not eating and sleeping
  c. Poor concentration and decision making
  d. Insulting, provocative behavior directed at staff

Question 2

__________ is when a client thinks or fantasizes about death with no definite intent to commit suicide.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Answer to Question 1

B
Hyperactivity, poor nutrition, hydration, and not sleeping take priority in terms of the needs listed above because they threaten the physical integrity of the patient. The other behaviors are less threatening to the patient's homeostasis.

Answer to Question 2

Suicidal ideation
This is a risk factor for attempting suicide and should be investigated further.