A 43-Year-Old Man Is Brought to the Emergency Department by the Police

question 32

Multiple Choice

A 43-year-old man is brought to the emergency department by the police after being found walking in the middle of a busy parking lot while talking to himself and shouting at passing cars.  The patient is barefoot and disheveled.  He is oriented to person and place but is unable to give a coherent history.  He says, "I've been in a lot of hospitals, but I won't take any medication."  The patient appears tense and agitated.  When the nurse attempts to take vital signs, he refuses and pulls his arm away.  He glares at the nurse and shouts, "All you do is experiment on people."  Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management of this patient?

• A)Administer intramuscular antipsychotic medication
• B)Calmly explain that he will be restrained to ensure his safety and that of the staff
• C)Inform the patient that security will be called if he cannot calm down
• D)Offer the patient something to eat and drink

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