An integral part of care for the patient suffering a psychological emergency should include:
A) police presence.
B) oxygen by nonrebreather mask.
C) an authoritative presence.
D) developing a rapport with the patient.
Answer: D
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A) applying a nonrebreather face mask with 3 lpm of oxygen. B) contacting advanced life support for administration of a sedative. C) tightening the straps so that she is tightly restrained to the stretcher. D) moving away from the patient so she cannot strike you.
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