A nurse is giving a public presentation on the topic of forensic psychiatric care at a community center. The nurse explains that someone who is found to be unfit to stand trial is subsequently hospitalized in a forensic mental health facility. A member of the audience asks, "What is the purpose of the hospitalization?" Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
A) To keep the client under protective custody as long as necessary
B) To focus efforts on helping the client become fit to stand trial
C) To determine the correct diagnosis through treatment
D) To hold the client until a new trial date can be set
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