After disturbing the peace,an aggressive,disoriented,unkempt,homeless individual is escorted to an emergency department by police.The client threatens suicide.Which criteria enable a physician to consider involuntary commitment? Select all that apply.

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Criteria for involuntary commitment typically include the individual being a danger to themselves or others (A, E), or being gravely disabled to the extent that they cannot meet their basic needs (D). Being homeless (B) or disruptive to the community (C) alone does not justify involuntary commitment.

After Disturbing the Peace,an Aggressive,disoriented,unkempt,homeless Individual Is Escorted to an Emergency