A 16-year-old male is referred for psychiatric evaluation be…
A 16-year-old male is referred for psychiatric evaluation because of declining grades, social withdrawal, and increasing difficulty completing daily hygiene. His parents report that over the past year, he has become emotionally flat and recently admitted to hearing voices commenting on his behavior. Symptoms have persisted for 8 months. Which diagnosis is most consistent with this presentation?
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An 82-year-old woman is brought to the emergency department by her daughter because of sudden confusion that began this morning. She was functioning independently yesterday. Assessment reveals fluctuating attention, disorganized thinking, visual hallucinations, and difficulty maintaining conversation. Her temperature is 101.8°F (38.8°C), and urinalysis is positive for leukocyte esterase. What is the PMHNP’s priority intervention?
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