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Cаse Study - Questiоn 2 Pаtient Intrоductiоn Pаtient: Amanda R., 22-year-old femaleSetting: Emergency DepartmentChief Complaint: “I told him if he left me again, I’d kill myself.”History: Multiple ED visits for self-inflicted cuts, unstable relationships, intense mood swings.Medical History: No chronic medical conditionsMedications: Inconsistent use of sertralinePsychosocial: Recent breakup, reports feeling “empty” and fears abandonment. Assessment Update Amanda states, “If my nurse leaves me, I’ll refuse treatment.” She demands only one specific nurse care for her. She oscillates between praising and criticizing staff. Match the patient behavior with the most appropriate nursing response.

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