Which of the following statements regarding the physical examination of a patient with a behavioral problem is correct?
A. It is only appropriate to perform a physical examination on a patient with a behavioral problem if he or she is unconscious or is being physically restrained.
B. A physical examination for a behavioral problem may be difficult to perform but may provide clues to the patient's state of mind and thought processes.
C. The physical examination of a patient with a behavioral problem often yields crucial information and should always be performed, even if the patient is violent.
D. Performing a physical examination on a patient with a behavioral problem will likely cause him or her to become violent and should be avoided in the field.
Answer: B. A physical examination for a behavioral problem may be difficult to perform but may provide clues to the patient's state of mind and thought processes.
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