The Sibling of a Patient Diagnosed with a Serious Mental

Multiple Choice

The sibling of a patient diagnosed with a serious mental illness asks why a case manager has been assigned. The nurse's reply should cite which of the following as the major advantage of the use of case management?

A) "The case manager can modify traditional psychotherapy for patients so that it is more flexible."
B) "Case managers coordinate services and help with accessing them, making sure the patient's needs are met."
C) "The case manager can focus on social skills training and esteem building in the real world where the patient lives."
D) "Having a case manager has been shown to reduce hospitalizations, which prevents disruption and saves money."