Select the Statement That Is TRUE of Outpatient Commitment

question 63

Multiple Choice

Select the statement that is TRUE of outpatient commitment.

• A) There is inconclusive data supporting positive treatment outcomes for this type of commitment for most patients.
• B) It is very successful when it is between 3 and 4 months in length.
• C) It has not reduced rehospitalization rates for those with significant psychological disorders.
• D) Bimonthly visits appear to be the minimum frequency of mental health appointments for the intervention to be judged a success.

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