A 22-year-old woman has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. She attends group therapy and participates in other organized activities for 6 hours a day and then returns home to her residence
In which of the following settings would this woman receive this type of care?
A) Long-term hospitalization
B) Acute care hospitalization
C) Partial hospitalization program
D) Psychiatric specialty unit
Ans: C
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Partial (day) hospitalization programs (PHPs) are an alternative for those who continue to need some supervision but are not appropriate clients for long-term admission. PHPs provide activities and therapy sessions (group and individual) for 6 to 8 hours per day. Clients then return to their primary residence or workplace.
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