A Patient Has Been Admitted in an Acute Psychotic State

question 25

Multiple Choice

A patient has been admitted in an acute psychotic state after ingesting PCP.The nurse has not been able to administer the prescribed dose of benzodiazepine because of the patient's aggressive behavior.The most appropriate intervention under these circumstances would be to:

• A) provide an alternative activity to channel energy.
• B) move the patient to a quiet room to minimize stimulation.
• C) perform a lavage to prevent continuing absorption of drug.
• D) assign a nurse to stay with the patient to reassure and calm the patient.

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Definitions:

Survival Needs

Basic requirements necessary for maintaining life, such as food, water, shelter, and safety.

Security Needs

Basic human necessities for physical and emotional safety and security.

Fulfillment Needs

Psychological or physical requirements essential for a person's well-being and satisfaction, often relating to Maslow's hierarchy.

Nature of Work

The inherent characteristics, requirements, and expectations associated with a specific job or task.