An individual has been involuntarily brought to a psychiatric–mental health facility by police. The care team recognizes that there is a need to allow for time to determine an appropriate diagnosis. What is this type of involuntary commitment known as?
A) Acute
B) Observational
C) Speculative
D) Outpatient
Ans: B
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The goal of observational commitment is to allow time for an appropriate diagnosis. After adequate diagnosis is made, the client may be discharged, stay voluntarily for continued treatment, or continue hospitalization under an extended commitment order.
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