Author Question: As a result of the increasing severity of her delusions and consequent unsafe behavior, a client has ... (Read 28 times)

nramada · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

As a result of the increasing severity of her delusions and consequent unsafe behavior, a client has been admitted to a psychiatric facility and judged incompetent to make decisions. Who will now make decisions for the client?

A) The client's primary nurse
B) The client's psychiatrist
C) A hospital-appointed interdisciplinary committee
D) A guardian appointed by the court

Question 2

Ali has been admitted to the hospital involuntarily for the treatment of depression. Which of the following criteria provides legal justification for Ali's involuntary admission?

A) Ali's treatment will require pharmacologic interventions.
B) Ali poses a threat to himself.
C) Ali's primary care provider is a psychiatrist.
D) Ali's family is unable to manage his care.

lolol · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
If individuals admitted to a psychiatric facility are judged to be incompetent to make decisions, the court will appoint a guardian to make decisions for them.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
The form for involuntary admission usually states that there is substantial likelihood that in the near future, the person will inflict serious bodily harm on himself or another person. The need for drug therapy, care under a psychiatrist, or the inability of family members to care for the individual is not a legal justification for involuntary admission.