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BCEN CEN Practice Question

A patient presents to the emergency department with disorganized speech, hallucinations, and appears to be responding to internal stimuli. The patient has no known history of substance abuse and initial lab results do not indicate any acute abnormalities. Based on the presented symptoms, which intervention should the emergency nurse prioritize to ensure the safety and stabilization of this patient?

  • Isolate the patient in a quiet room to prevent overstimulation and worsening of symptoms.

  • Immediately administer a fast-acting antipsychotic medication.

  • Perform a full medical workup to rule out any possible organic causes.

  • Commence therapeutic communication and assess for potential safety concerns.

BCEN CEN
Mental Health Emergencies
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