chapter 24: Anger, aggression and violence

Question 1

Medications that are effective in managing symptoms of agitated, aggressive, or violent behavior include:

Answer 1

Haloperidol
Olanzapine
Ziprasidone

Question 2

Seclusion

Answer 2

Seclusion occurs when a patient is involuntarily placed alone in a confined space or area and prevented from leaving voluntarily.

Question 3

Restraints

Answer 3

Restraints are an approved method, device, or equipment used to reduce movement of or immobilize a patient’s head, arms, legs, or body.