After the end of a 5150 hold, which dispositions may be determined?

• A. Release only.
• B. Admit only.
• C. Transfer to outpatient care only.
• D. Release, admit, or pursue additional hold under applicable statutes.

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is that once a 5150 hold ends, there are three valid paths based on the person’s ongoing safety and need for treatment. First, they can be released if they no longer meet the criteria for the hold and can be safely managed in the community. Second, they can be admitted for inpatient treatment if evaluation and stabilization require more intensive care. Third, if danger to self or others persists or the person remains gravely disabled, an additional hold can be pursued under applicable statutes to extend treatment for a specified period (for example, an extended hold under statutes that authorize continued detention for assessment and care). This combination covers all the real-world options practitioners use to balance safety, treatment needs, and rights after the initial 72-hour hold.