A 25 year old patient is in the emergency department for 8 hours of observation following a polypharmacy ingestion. You have been asked to provide “medical clearance” prior to transfer of the patient for mental health assessment.
Question 1.
List three (3) factors that you would consider for this safe transfer.
(3 marks)
1. _______________________________________________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________________________________________
Question 1.
Provide seven (7) factors that distinguish between a delirium and a psychosis. (14 marks)
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A 25 year old patient is in the emergency department for 8 hours of observation following a polypharmacy ingestion. You have been asked to provide “medical clearance” prior to transfer of the patient for mental health assessment.
Question 1.
List three (3) factors that you would consider for this safe transfer.
(3 marks)
Question 1.
Provide seven (7) factors that distinguish between a delirium and a psychosis. (14 marks)