Assignment:
Mr. Roland Jones, a patient of Dr. Reed Simon, has a history of mental illness. Mr. Jones is taking Depakote (medication for bipolar patients), but was hospitalized because he has been having increased symptoms of hallucinations and convulsions. Mr. Jones has no known family, at least in the area, and insists on going home because he is "afraid of these nurses." Dr. Simon refused to release the patient, so Mr. Jones sneaked out of the hospital. He was found approximately three hours later near the side of the road (approximately 2 miles from the hospital) and was non-responsive.
- What responsibilities and liabilities does the hospital have? Dr. Simon? Any other health care professionals involved?
Your answer must be typed, double-spaced, Times New Roman font (size 12), one-inch margins on all sides, APA format.