Asked by Jaime Alvarez on May 10, 2024
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Which patient would be most appropriate to refer for assertive community treatment (ACT) ? A patient diagnosed with
A) a phobic fear of crowded places.
B) a single episode of major depressive disorder.
C) a catastrophic reaction to a tornado in the community.
D) schizophrenia and four hospitalizations in the past year.
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
A mental health program designed to provide comprehensive, community-based psychiatric treatment, rehabilitation, and support to persons with serious and persistent mental illness.
- Highlight the differences in mental health services accessible across multiple care levels.
- Understand the factors critical to successful community treatment and reintegration of mentally ill individuals.
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SJ
Srishti JalanMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
ACT provides intensive case management for persons with serious persistent mental illness who live in the community. Repeated hospitalization is a frequent reason for this intervention. The distracters identify mental health problems of a more episodic nature.
Learning Objectives
- Highlight the differences in mental health services accessible across multiple care levels.
- Understand the factors critical to successful community treatment and reintegration of mentally ill individuals.
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