Asked by Ticiana Santos on May 18, 2024
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A patient states, "I'm not worth anything. I have negative thoughts about myself. I feel anxious and shaky all the time. Sometimes I feel so sad that I want to go to sleep and never wake up." Which nursing intervention should have the highest priority?
A) Self-esteem-building activities
B) Anxiety self-control measures
C) Sleep enhancement activities
D) Suicide precautions
Suicide Precautions
Measures implemented to prevent an individual from taking their own life, often involving close supervision and the removal of harmful objects.
Self-esteem
An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth or value.
Anxiety
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.
- Identify and prioritize nursing interventions for psychiatric patients.
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angel morrisMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The nurse should place priority on monitoring and reinforcing suicide self-restraint because it relates directly and immediately to patient safety. Patient safety is always a priority concern. The nurse should monitor and reinforce all patient attempts to control anxiety, improve sleep patterns, and develop self-esteem while giving priority attention to suicide self-restraint.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and prioritize nursing interventions for psychiatric patients.
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