Inpatient psychiatric facility
A patients has been at the inpatient psychiatric facility for the past 3 days on a 5150 which is about to expire. During that time the patient’s condition has not changed as he has refused to take medication, is aggressive, and remains confused. The nurse anticipate the care of the patient will include: Select all that apply.
Keeping the patient in restraints until a better treatment plan is developed
The need for a Reese Hearing
The need for a Tarsoff
An order for a 5250
Preparation for a Sterling Hearing


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