Which Scenario Is Most Likely to Decrease Safety on a Psychiatric-Mental

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which scenario is most likely to decrease safety on a psychiatric-mental health unit?

• A) A patient with frequent hypoglycemia episodes
• B) A patient with depressive symptoms and a history of hypertension
• C) Mostly long-term admissions with increased length of stay
• D) Mostly RN staff with a few unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs)

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