Asked by Tyler Durham on Jul 02, 2024

Which patient would a nurse refer to partial hospitalization? An individual who:

A) spent yesterday in the 24-hour supervised crisis care center and continues to be actively suicidal.
B) because of agoraphobia and panic episodes needs psychoeducation for relaxation therapy.
C) has a therapeutic lithium level and reports regularly for blood tests and clinic follow-up.
D) states, "I'm not sure I can avoid using alcohol when my spouse goes to work every morning."

Partial Hospitalization

A structured program of outpatient psychiatric services as an alternative to inpatient psychiatric care.

Therapeutic Lithium

Lithium used at therapeutic doses to manage and treat mood disorders, especially bipolar disorder.

  • Determine appropriate levels of psychiatric care, including inpatient, partial hospitalization, and community-based services.