Which features should be present in a therapeutic milieu for a patient with a hallucinogen overdose?
a. Simple and safe
b. Active and bright
c. Stimulating and colorful
d. Confrontational and challenging
ANS: A
Because the individual who has ingested a hallucinogen is probably experiencing feelings of unreality and altered sensory perceptions, the best environment is one that does not add to the stimulation. A simple, safe environment is a better choice than an environment with any of the characteristics listed in the other options. The other options would contribute to a "bad trip."
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