Risk assessment for a patient shows these findings: schizophrenia but not acutely psychotic at the moment; not a danger to self or others; lives in parents' home. Which decision regarding placement on the continuum of care is appropriate?
A) Hospitalize the patient.
B) Discharge the patient from the system.
C) Refer the patient to outpatient services.
D) Refer the patient to self-help resources in the community.
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