The client that a nurse would plan to refer to a partial hospitalization program is the individual who
a. spent yesterday in the 24-hour supervised crisis care center and continues to be
actively suicidal.
b. has agoraphobia and panic episodes and needs psychoeducation for relaxation
therapy.
c. is well regulated on lithium and reports regularly for blood tests and clinic
follow-up.
d. is being discharged from an alcohol detoxification unit. He states, "I'm not sure I
can abstain after my wife goes to work in the morning.".
ANS: D
This client could profit from the structure and supervision provided by spending the day at the
partial hospitalization program. During the evening, at night, and on weekends his wife could
assume responsibility for supervision. Option A: This client would need hospitalization. Option B:
This client could be referred to home care. Option C: This client could continue on the same plan.
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