TO-F11-18

This is a TEST CASE please IGNORE. Substance abuse has led to reckless behavior and disruptive relationships. Fights with siblings and friends

MHF-M15-1275

Pt is presented to the ED via EMS for erratic behavior. Pt has twice presented to the ED recently after altercations at his group home and his crisis respite program. Pt has been discharged from both of these programs due to aggressive behavior. Pt was returned home after being discharged recently and collateral reports that pt’s behaviors have increased. This ED visit was due to pt beginning to escalate, and was about to throw rocks at his friend’s windows. Pt’s mother’s boyfriend ran out and stopped him from doing so and told him “no” which is a trigger for pt. Pt then began to start banging on doors after he was stopped from throwing rocks. Pt has an injured elbow which was in jeopardy of being re-injured. Pt wouldn’t stop so mom called the police, and they brought EMS who brought him to the hospital. Pt has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum D/O needing substantial support, Level 3, Unspecified type and suspected intellectual disability. Pt has a hx of agitation, aggressive behaviors with frequent visits to the ED. Pt’s mother and staff deny any suicidal ideation and attempts. Pt currently has a PCP, psychiatrist, case manager, and social worker. Pt has very limited verbal skills, and responds to questions with one- or two-word answers, and a thumbs up/thumbs down.

MHF-M14-1900

Patient presents to the ED via EMS after his group home called 911 due to patient’s aggression. Patient reports that he threw a stool at staff when they asked him to go to bed. Group home to determine whether they will take him back.
Patient has a previous mental health diagnosis of Mood Disorder, Intellectual Disability, Nocturnal Enuresis, Anxiety, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Medical records indicate patient presented with similar behaviors to the ED, including defiance, a history of emotional and behavioral dysregulation, and acting out towards staff.
This is patient’s 6th visit in the ED in 2023 for behavioral and/or mental health.

AH-M13-5387

Patient and family unhoused, staying in shelter. Due to a behavioral incident of aggression, patient unable to return to shelter. Family unwilling to pick patient up from ED. Hennepin County now granted interim custody. Shelters unable to accommodate patient’s needs. Patient does need help with some cares and activities of daily living.

MHF-M15-5368

Kiddo came into ED on 3/11 after an altercation at home with parent over electronics. Parents are refusing to pick up. Mom has been working on CMH worker however current staff assigned explained they can not do anything currently as they have not met with parents yet and don’t have any paperwork signed, planned to meet next week Wednesday. Unclear if out of home placement would be supported even after that meeting. Mom is not agreeable to parent referred shelters as she wants longer term placement/residential.

MHF-M14-5362

Kiddo was just boarding with us 1/30/25 – 2/18/25, and returned to our ED 3/9/25 after aggression in the hotel crisis setting and they are not allowing him to return. Has also boarded on our IP unit for extensive time in the end of 2024. There was a GH set up originally for 3/14 however they are having staffing shortages and so admit date was pushed back to an unknown time. CM is continuing to look for additional placement options.

CH-M15-5352

Patient presented via law enforcement after jumping in front of a vehicle in an attempt to end his life with additional thoughts to jump off of the bridge he was standing on until law enforcement intervened. Patient reports a 3 year history of auditory hallucinations that tell him to harm himself or others which occurs when he is alone or stressed. (hallucinations appear consistent with audible thoughts). This is his 4th inpatient hospitalization for suicide attempts and he has had multiple ER visits. While here, he attempted to assault a younger peer and was assaulted by a different patient. He was placed in the BICU where he has attempted to “snap” his neck on multiple occasions, head bangs, ingested hygiene supplies x1, and tied towel around his neck x1. Suicidal thoughts are perseverative when they occur and can be difficult to redirect.

MHF-F15-5270

Kiddo came to our ED on 2/11 from Rebound after altercation. Rebound initially stated they would not take pt back then, but we have not received confirmation if they are terminating. She had been there for 2 weeks, and prior to that was in JDC. Court determined she was incompetent for charges that led to JDC. County has temp custodianship but Mom still remains involved ongoing and makes decisions/signs. No waiver currently.

CH-F17-5216

Presents from home. Patient is known to our facility having previously boarded. Patient lives with aunt and uncle. There are issues with their relationship, and it has been increasingly difficult for aunt and uncle to manage, and they do not want patient to return home.

CH-M13-5196

Patient presented to the ER after an unprovoked stabbing of a sibling in the middle of the night requiring emergency surgery and then proceeded outside in the cold without weather appropriate clothing. Patient has chronic aggressive behaviors towards caretakers and other children.