Exam 31: Serious Mental Illness

For patients diagnosed with serious mental illness,what is the major advantage of case management?

A consumer at a rehabilitative psychosocial program says to the nurse,"People are not cleaning up behind themselves in the bathrooms.The building is dirty and cluttered." How should the nurse respond?

An adult patient tells the case manager,"I don't have bipolar disorder anymore,so I don't need medicine.After I was in the hospital last year,you helped me get an apartment and disability checks.Now I'm bored and don't have any friends." Where should the nurse refer the patient? Select all that apply.

A patient diagnosed with a serious mental illness lives independently and attends a psychosocial rehabilitation program.The patient presents at the emergency department seeking hospitalization.The patient has no acute symptoms but says,"I have no money to pay my rent or refill my prescription." Select the nurse's best action.

A patient diagnosed with serious mental illness was living successfully in a group home but wanted an apartment.The prospective landlord said,"People like you have trouble getting along and paying their rent." The patient and nurse meet for a problem-solving session.Which options should the nurse endorse? Select all that apply.

Which service would be expected to provide resources 24 hours a day,7 days a week if needed for persons with serious mental illness?

Many persons brought before a criminal court have mental illness,have committed minor offenses,and are off medications.The judge consults the nurse at the local community mental health center for guidance about how to respond when handling such cases.Which advice from the nurse would be most appropriate?

A homeless individual diagnosed with serious mental illness,anosognosia,and a history of persistent treatment nonadherence is persuaded to come to the day program at a community mental health center.Which intervention should be the team's initial focus?

A person diagnosed with a serious mental illness (SMI)living in the community was punched,pushed to the ground,and robbed of $7 during the day on a public street.Which statements about violence and serious mental illness in general are accurate? Select all that apply.