Mr. Carey is an ambulatory patient in your hospital. He enters the bathroom, comes out, and grabs your arm to "come and see the alligator." You do all of the following except
a. Tell him you see the alligator
b. Tell him you do not see the alligator but that you understand it is a problem for him
c. Stay calm
d. Get help from another staff member
A
Mr. Carey is showing signs of hallucinations. It would be inappropriate to play into the symptoms (response A). It is necessary to be gentle but honest.
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