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A 19-year-old client is admitted to a psychiatric unit with an Axis I diagnosis of alcohol abuse and an Axis II diagnosis of personality disorder not otherwise specified. The client's mother states, 'He's always in trouble, just like when he was a boy. Now he's just a bigger prankster and out of control.' In view of the client's history, which of the following is most important initially?

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Rationale: Closely observing the client's behavior to establish a baseline is most important initially, as it provides critical data to understand his patterns, assess risks, and tailor interventions.

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