Which of the following patients is not showing signs of a behavioral emergency?

a. A 48-year-old female who fears that someone is going to harm her
b. A 24-year-old female who is sobbing loudly after having a miscarriage
c. A 33-year-old male who has been drinking heavily and is uncontrollably combative
d. A 82-year-old male who is agitated, aggressive, and speaks in a disorganized way


Answer: b

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