A New Patient Acts Out So Aggressively That Seclusion Is

question 14

Multiple Choice

A new patient acts out so aggressively that seclusion is required before the admission assessment is completed or orders written. Immediately after safely secluding the patient, which action is the nurse's priority?

• A) Complete the physical assessment.
• B) Notify the health care provider to obtain a seclusion order.
• C) Document the incident objectively in the patient's medical record.
• D) Explain to the patient that seclusion will be discontinued when self-control is regained.

Understand the impact of schizophrenia on violent behavior and societal perceptions.

Evaluate the effectiveness and components of various treatment models for schizophrenia, including pharmacotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and family therapy.

Describe the role of cognitive impairments in schizophrenia and their potential as markers of the disorder.

Understand the intricacies involved in the research methods and findings related to schizophrenia, including challenges in establishing causality and interpreting neuropsychological tests.

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