The first step in assessing a patient with a behavioral emergency is to:

A. take vital signs.
B. restrain the patient.
C. ensure your safety.
D. obtain proper consent.


Ans: C. ensure your safety.

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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____________________ are procedures that have not been approved for use by the general public

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following is NOT system maintenance?

Antivirus software Disk defragmentation Disk cleanup System administration

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Which is the first step in setting standards?

A) Take team and managerial action
B) Analyze data
C) Capture data
D) Determine significant variations

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