The client is a 30-year-old male with chronic mental problems. Until recently, he was able to stay in his home with care from his mother and regular visits from the community mental health nurse. Last week, his mother had a stroke
Because she now requires long-term care, the client will be admitted to the inpatient psychiatric facility. The reason for the client's admission is that 1. he is violent when left alone.
2. no one knows what to do with him.
3. he cannot care for himself independently.
4. he is a threat to others because of his odd behavior.
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Admission to a psychiatric inpatient facility occurs when people in the environment are not able or willing to support the mentally troubled person.
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