When dealing with a patient with a mental and emotional impairment, it is important that you:
A) have law enforcement personnel standing by.
B) restrain the patient before they become aggressive.
C) recognize that these patients can be a threat to your safety.
D) are prepared to chemically sedate the patient if necessary.
Answer: C
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