55. A patient on a psychiatric unit is exhibiting signs of acute psychosis, including paranoid delusions and command hallucinations to harm others. What is the immediate priority for the clinical team?
A.
Engage in a philosophical debate about the delusions
B.
Ensure the safety of the patient and others, and consider de-escalation or rapid tranquilization
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C.
Encourage the patient to act on the hallucinations
D.
Ignore the delusions, as they are not real
📖 Additional Information
Engage in a philosophical debate about the delusions
Ensure the safety of the patient and others, and consider de-escalation or rapid tranquilization
Encourage the patient to act on the hallucinations
