During a Psychiatric Emergency, a Patient Is Given a Traditional

question 23

Multiple Choice

During a psychiatric emergency, a patient is given a traditional antipsychotic drug intramuscularly and placed in seclusion. Over the next 2 hours, which aspect of physical assessment is most important?

• A) All vital signs
• B) Urinary output
• C) AIMS scale
• D) Temperature

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Definitions:

Absolute Best

The highest possible standard or level of quality that can be achieved in a given context.

Implementation

The process of putting a plan, decision, or model into effect in order to achieve a goal or solve a problem.

Decision-Making Stage

The phase in the problem-solving or decision-making process where options are evaluated and a choice is made.

Behavioural Decision Model

A concept in psychology that examines the decision-making processes individuals use, including biases, judgments, and social influences.