The African American Patient Has Panic Attacks, Is Suicidal, and Is

question 23

Multiple Choice

The African American patient has panic attacks, is suicidal, and is on an inpatient psychiatric unit. The psychiatrist orders sertraline (Zoloft) and clonazepam (Klonopin) . The patient refuses the drugs; he requests to have herbs and African objects in his room to "remove the curse." What is the priority action by the nurse?

• A) Allow the request without seeking further information from the patient.
• B) Allow the request as long as the herbs and objects do not pose a safety risk for the patient or other patients.
• C) Allow the request after the patient signs a release of responsibility to avoid litigation.
• D) Allow the request after all members of the treatment team agree to it.

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