A long-term goal for in-patient mental health treatment is generally to:

A.
Return the patient to the community.
B.
Locate a facility for long term care.
C.
Be arrested and placed in prison.
D.
Be completely cured of the disorder.


ANS: A
To eventually return the patient to the community by creating a good support system and appropriate medication if needed is generally the long-term goal.

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