Under which of the following circumstances can an individual be held in a hospital against their will?

Under which of the following circumstances can an individual be held in a hospital against their will?



a. When it is deemed that it is in his best interests
b. Never, since the hospital cannot impose on an individual's autonomy
c. Under court order, when it is deemed that patient is a risk to himself and others
d. When a child is deemed competent, but is still below the age of majority


Answer: c. The treating team must obtain a court order stating that either the individual is incompetent to make decisions, or that he poses a threat to himself or others (such as a patient who is actively suicidal).


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