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What is the most likely cause of the patient's psychosis?
What is the most likely cause of the patient's psychosis?
- Cocaine use (correct)
- Alcohol dependence
- Schizophrenia
- Concomitant drug use
What is a significant finding that rules out primary psychosis or schizophrenia?
What is a significant finding that rules out primary psychosis or schizophrenia?
- 90 minutes of observation
- Concomitant alcohol use
- No other major physical complaints
- No history of primary psychosis (correct)
What is the most appropriate next step for the medical team?
What is the most appropriate next step for the medical team?
- Observe for another 24 hours
- Prescribe an antipsychotic
- Start treatment for schizophrenia
- Refer to a substance abuse specialist (correct)