You are working in the ED short stay unit and are about to assess a 25-year-old man who was brought in the previous evening with abnormal behaviour and suicidal ideation.
He was diagnosed with amphetamine-related agitation and treated with parenteral sedation. He now wants to leave.
After assessment you decide he is no longer amphetamine intoxicated but requires involuntary treatment because of high suicide risk. He becomes agitated and is about to leave.
State five examination features that would suggest ongoing amphetamine intoxication.
(Marked out of 5.0)
/ 5
State five mental status examination features that would indicate a high risk of suicide.
(Marked out of 5.0)
/ 5
List two drugs, with doses, that could be used for chemical restraint.
(Marked out of 2.0)
/ 2
Total Score: 0 / 12
Percentage: 0%
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