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A psych patient, I think, can refuse getting a treatment like any other patient, unless he endangers himself.

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Β Unless they are admitted to an inpatient unit. They can med panel after a few weeks and if it is determined that the patient is still psychotic and still poses a threat to themselves or others, they can order injections.
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yes they can

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