Title: Unit 1 Case Scenario
Course: Fundamentals of Behavioral Health (70 Hours with MOAB) > Section: Unit 1: Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health Problems, and Mental Health Disorders

Please read the following Mini-Case Study and complete the Mini- Case Study questions.

Unit 1: Critical Thinking Mini-Case Study

Mr. J, a retired rancher from Eastern Montana has been in your facility for 3 months. He is calm, well- liked, well-spoken, respectful, and neat in his dress and appearance. He walks with a slow but steady gait and is independent in performing his personal hygiene. Yesterday he began complaining about pain in his lower abdomen. This morning, you find him wandering in the hall; he is partially dressed, he is yelling occasionally, at no one in particular. When he sees you he appears angry, crosses his arms, and begins to turn his head away. He also accuses you of trying to steal his possessions.

Mini- Case Study Questions:

1.  What will be your first concern and action when encountering Mr. J in this condition?

2.  It is possible that Mr. J has delirium. What does this mean?

3.   What might you say to help reassure Mr. J that he is safe?

4.  What would be actions and words that might further frighten or agitate Mr. J?

4. What is the key information you should report to your supervisor about Mr. J?