A Patient Should Be Considered for Involuntary Commitment for Psychiatric

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient should be considered for involuntary commitment for psychiatric care when he or she:

• A)is noncompliant with the treatment regimen.
• B)sold sells and distributes illegal drugs.
• C)threatens to harm self and others.
• D)fraudulently files for bankruptcy.

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Definitions:

Immediate Family

Refers to a person's closest relatives, typically including parents, siblings, and children.

Individual Personality Structure

encompasses the unique configuration of characteristics, traits, and tendencies that constitute an individual's personality.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics that describe an individual's behavior, attitudes, and emotional patterns.

Openness

Refers to the quality of being receptive and transparent to new ideas, experiences, and information.