Individuals who are most likely to receive inpatient mental health treatment are those who meet which of the following criteria?
A) The individual has a coexisting medical condition that complicates treatment.
B) The individual cannot afford housing or is unable to maintain employment.
C) The individual has a condition that has not responded appreciably to medication.
D) The individual poses an acute risk of harm to himself or herself or to others.
Ans: D
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Candidates most likely to receive inpatient treatment are those who pose a risk of harm to self or others.
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