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Question
A male client is admitted to the psychiatric unit after experiencing severe depression. He states that he intends to kill himself, but he asks the nurse not to repeat his intentions to other staff members. Which response demonstrates understanding and appropriate action on the part of the nurse?
Options
- A"I understand you're depressed, but killing yourself is not a reasonable option."
- B"We need to discuss this further, but right now let's complete these forms."
- C"Don't do that, you have so much to live for. You have a wonderful wife and children. The client in
- D"This is very serious. I do not want any harm to come to you. I will have to report this to the rest of
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