Asked by Sekhar Reddy on Sep 23, 2024

A new nurse says to a peer, "My new patient is diagnosed with bipolar disorder. At least I won't have to worry about suicide risk." Which response by the peer would be most helpful?

A) "Let's reconsider your plan. Suicide risk is high in patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder."
B) "Suicide is a risk for any patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder who uses alcohol or drugs."
C) "The thought processes of patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder are usually too disorganized to attempt suicide."
D) "Racing thoughts during mania often prompt suicide among patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder."

Bipolar Disorder

A mental health condition marked by significant fluctuations in mood, ranging from depressive lows to manic highs.

Suicide Risk

The degree of likelihood that a person may contemplate, attempt, or succeed in taking their own life, often assessed through various psychological and social indicators.

  • Comprehend the demographic, psychological, and situational risk factors that contribute to a heightened risk of suicide.