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What is the first step in approaching disruptive behavior?
What is the first step in approaching disruptive behavior?
- Physically restraining the patient
- Ensuring law enforcement attendance
- Obtaining a BGL and treating if hypoglycemic
- Verbally attempting to diffuse the situation (correct)
Which medical condition is NOT mentioned as a potential cause of disruptive behavior?
Which medical condition is NOT mentioned as a potential cause of disruptive behavior?
- Stroke
- Head injuries
- Diabetes (correct)
- Hypoxia
What medication should be administered to a patient over 65 years old for disruptive behavior?
What medication should be administered to a patient over 65 years old for disruptive behavior?
- Ketamine 1 mg/kg IM every 10 minutes
- Haloperidol 5 mg IM every 15 minutes (correct)
- Midazolam 5 mg SIVP/IO every 5 minutes
- Ketamine 0.5 mg/kg SIVP/IO every 15 minutes
What is the maximum total dose of midazolam that can be given to a patient under 65 years old?
What is the maximum total dose of midazolam that can be given to a patient under 65 years old?
When should OLMC be considered in managing disruptive behavior?
When should OLMC be considered in managing disruptive behavior?
In which order should the following be obtained for a patient with aggressive behavior?
In which order should the following be obtained for a patient with aggressive behavior?
What should be considered when using chemical or physical restraints?
What should be considered when using chemical or physical restraints?
What should be done if a patient is hyperthermic during restraint?
What should be done if a patient is hyperthermic during restraint?
Why is Haloperidol considered the first line drug of choice for patients over 65 years of age?
Why is Haloperidol considered the first line drug of choice for patients over 65 years of age?
What are dystonic reactions usually characterized by?
What are dystonic reactions usually characterized by?
When should half doses be administered to patients?
When should half doses be administered to patients?
Why are minimum medications used during restraint situations?
Why are minimum medications used during restraint situations?
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