The criterion that necessitates the need to hospitalize an individual with chronic mental health problems occurs when his or her:
a. Behaviors pose a threat.
b. Caregivers need a respite.
c. Subsistence benefits expire.
d. Medications need readjustment.
A
Persons with chronic mental health problems are hospitalized only when their behaviors pose a threat to themselves or others. Other options that are less disruptive than hospitalization can be found for the other situations.
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