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kshipps

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Who can petition the court for an examination of someone they believe requires commitment?
 
  a. anyone
  b. only the police
  c. only the patient's family
  d. only the patient's family or close associates

Question 2

Sheryl is mentally ill. As such, she can be involuntarily committed to a mental institution by the court system if she
 
  a. is dangerous to self or others.
  b. is incapable of making responsible decisions about self-care and hospitalization.
  c. requires treatment or care in a hospital.
  d. any of the above



isabelt_18

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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

D



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