A patient has been admitted in an acute psychotic state after ingesting PCP. The nurse has not been able to administer the prescribed dose of benzodiazepine because of the patient's aggressive behavior
The most appropriate intervention under these circumstances would be to: a. provide an alternative activity to channel energy.
b. move the patient to a quiet room to minimize stimulation.
c. perform a lavage to prevent continuing absorption of drug.
d. assign a nurse to stay with the patient to reassure and calm the patient.
B
The safety of the patient and others is an important concern. Patients who have ingested PCP often display unprovoked violence and agitation. It is important that the benzodiazepine be administered as soon as the patient is taken to the seclusion room. The seclusion room provides an environment of minimal stimulation, essential to calming the patient.
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