A person who lacks the mental ability cannot form a contract because of the consideration element of contract formation

You are on the scene of a possible overdose. You find a 30-year-old man pacing about his living room. There is evidence of illicit drug use and the apartment is in disarray. The patient seems agitated and nervous. Attempts at calming the patient should include which of the following?

A) Sit close to him with your arm around his shoulders to show that you are truly concerned. B) Stand still with your arms crossed to instill a sense of control and authority. C) Repeat part of what the patient is saying to show that you are listening to him. D) Speak quickly to give the patient all of the important information without delay.

In which of the following situations would you recommend that more than one ventilator be pro-vided for a home care patient?

1. If the patient cannot maintain spontaneous ventilation for at least 1 hr 2. If the patient's care plan requires mechanical ventilation during mobility 3. If a replacement ventilator cannot be secured within 2 hr a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 and 3 only c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2, and 3