The Nurse Case Manager Is Discussing the Pros and Cons

question 18

Multiple Choice

The nurse case manager is discussing the pros and cons of Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs with a patient who is due to be discharged from the inpatient mental health unit. Which patient statement indicates the patient has understood the information provided?

• A) "These programs are expensive and not cost-effective."
• B) "These programs will assign me to a single staff member who will work with me to achieve my goals."
• C) "These programs offer access to resources such as housing and financial assistance."
• D) "These programs increase stress and burnout of individual case managers."

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