Although a judge is the only person who has the legal right to approve a formal involuntary psychiatric commitment, in most states _____ physicians (including psychiatrists) can also implement an emergency psychiatric "hold" that typically lasts for up to
A) 4
B) 3
C) 2
D) Physicians do not have this right. Only a judge can approve a psychiatric hold.
Answer: C
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