Legal and Ethical Considerations in Psychiatric Emergencies.

Emerg Med Clin North Am

Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, Washington State University, Providence Regional Medical Center Everett, 1700 13th Street, Everett, WA 98201, USA.

Published: February 2024

Individual rights can be limited in the context of psychiatric emergencies. The emergency physician should be familiar with state laws pertaining to involuntary holds. Physicians are equipped to perform a medical screening examination, address mental health concerns, and lead efforts to de-escalate agitation. The physician should conduct a thorough assessment and distinguish between malingering and mental health decompensation, when appropriate.

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