The following patients are seen in the emergency department. The psychiatric unit has one bed available. Which patient should the admitting officer recommend for admission to the hospital? The patient who:

A) is experiencing dry mouth and tremor related to side effects of haloperidol (Haldol) .
B) is experiencing anxiety and a sad mood after a separation from a spouse of 10 years.
C) self-inflicted a superficial cut on the forearm after a family argument.
D) is a single parent and hears voices saying, "Smother your infant."

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Rabih Qusto · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Admission to the hospital would be justified by the risk of patient danger to self or others. The other patients have issues that can be handled with less restrictive alternatives than hospitalization.

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