Which patient would most likely require law enforcement intervention?

A patient who has not slept for 2 weeks may be exhibiting severe symptoms that could indicate a potential psychiatric emergency or a risk to themselves or others. In situations where a patient's mental state is severely affected by lack of sleep, they might also display erratic or unpredictable behaviors. If there is any concern for their safety or the safety of others, it is prudent for law enforcement to be involved to help ensure the patient's well-being and provide support if the situation escalates. Proper assessment is critical, but if a patient poses a risk or cannot make informed decisions about their care, law enforcement may intervene until the patient stabilizes or receives appropriate mental health support.

In contrast, a panic attack is typically a non-life-threatening event that can often be managed by medical personnel without the need for law enforcement. Similarly, while a patient with chest pain who refuses transport should be educated about the risks of not seeking further medical evaluation, this situation alone doesn't inherently require law enforcement involvement unless there were signs of danger or inability to make informed medical decisions. Lastly, while depression can lead to serious consequences, simply suffering from depression does not typically trigger the requirement of law enforcement intervention unless there are immediate concerns for self-harm or harm to others.