| Abstract: |
(from the chapter) In summary, psychiatric emergencies can be among the most frightening and dangerous situations in the cancer setting. Of utmost importance is maintaining the safety of patients, staff, and family. Quick, efficient assessment of the possible etiology of the emergency and implementation of strategies for diffusing the distress and allowing either medical workup or treatment to continue are the primary goals of the oncology and psychiatry staff. Discussions and planning among multidisciplinary groups about how to deal with these emergencies before they occur can help a staff deal with these situations more appropriately, efficiently, and safely. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2015 APA, all rights reserved). |
