Which of the following statements relevant to a suicidal client is correct?

The correct answer is A. The more specific a client's plan, the more likely he or she is to attempt suicide. (A) This is a high-risk factor for potential suicide. (B) A previous suicide attempt is a definite risk factor for subsequent attempts. (C) Every threat of suicide should be taken seriously. (D) The client should be asked directly about his or her intent to do bodily harm. The…

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AThe more specific a client's plan, the more likely he or she is to attempt suicide.
BA client who is unsuccessful at a first suicide attempt is not likely to make future attempts.
CA client who threatens suicide is just seeking attention and is not likely to attempt suicide.
DNurses who care for a client who has attempted suicide should not make any reference to the

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A
92% (46)
B
2% (1)
C
2% (1)
D
4% (2)

Explanation

(A) This is a high-risk factor for potential suicide. (B) A previous suicide attempt is a definite risk factor for subsequent attempts. (C) Every threat of suicide should be taken seriously. (D) The client should be asked directly about his or her intent to do bodily harm. The client is never hurt by direct, respectful questions.

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#suicide risk#lethality planning#suicide assessment#psychiatric nursing

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