ANGER MANAGEMENT 31 B. The client identified that he/she often experiences his/her anger control problems in the context of using street drugs or alcohol, and this pattern was processed. C. The clien t denied any pattern of use of street drugs or alcohol as a contributing factor to his/her anger control problems and was directed to monitor this area. 7. Evaluate Substance Abuse (7) A. The client was evaluated for his/her use of substances, the severi ty of his/her substance abuse, and treatment needs/options. B. The client was referred to a clinician knowledgeable in both substance abuse and severe and persistent mental illness treatment in order to accurately assess his/her substance abuse concerns a nd treatment needs. C. The client was compliant with the substance abuse evaluation, and the results of the evaluation were discussed with him/her. D. The client did not participate in the substance abuse evaluation and was encouraged to do so. 8. Refer to a Physician for Psychotropic Medications (8) A. The client was assessed for the need for psychotropic medication. B. The client was referred to a physician for an evaluation for a prescription of psychotropic medications. C. The client has followed through on a referral to a physician and has been assessed for a prescription of psychotropic medications, but none were prescribed. D. The client has been prescribed psychotropic medications. E. The client declined an evaluation by a physician for a pre scription of psychotropic medication and was redirected to do so. 9. Monitor Medications and Side Effects (9) A. The client was monitored for compliance with his/her psychotropic medication regimen, as well as possible side effects. B. The client was pr ovided with positive feedback about his/her regular use of psychotropic medications. C. The client was monitored for the effectiveness and side effects of his/her prescribed medications. D. The client identified significant medication side effects, and t hese were reported to the medical staff. E. Possible side effects of the client's medications were reviewed, but he/she denied experiencing any side effects. F. Concerns about the client's medication effectiveness and side effects were communicated to the physician. G. Although the client was monitored for medication side effects, he/she reported no concerns in this area. 10. Assign Anger Journal (10) A. The client was educated about triggers for anger. B. The client was assigned to keep a daily journa l in which he/she will document persons or situations that cause anger, irritation, or disappointment. 