Asked by Bre'Shunna Smith-Posey on May 26, 2024
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A nurse counsels a patient with recent suicidal ideation. Which is the nurse's most therapeutic comment?
A) "Let's make a list of all your problems and think of solutions for each one."
B) "I'm happy you're taking control of your problems and trying to find solutions."
C) "When you have bad feelings, try to focus on positive experiences from your life."
D) "Let's consider which problems are very important and which are less important."
Suicidal Ideation
The consideration or contemplation of ending one’s own life.
- Acknowledge the significance of educating patients regarding strategies for coping and enhancing resilience to stressors.
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Madeline CrescitelliMay 27, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The nurse helps the patient develop effective coping skills. Assist the patient to reduce the overwhelming effects of problems by prioritizing them. The incorrect options continue to present overwhelming approaches to problem solving.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the significance of educating patients regarding strategies for coping and enhancing resilience to stressors.
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