ER012 Behavioral Emergencies
Emergency Medical Responder
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16m
Presents factors for assessing patients in behavioral emergencies, including suicide risk and substance abuse. Describes the kinds of behavior changes that can pose a danger, including their causes. Presents methods to calm and provide care to behavioral emergency patients.
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