Asked by Charles Thomas on Apr 25, 2024
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An adolescent girl tells the nurse that she is very suicidal. The nurse asks her whether she has a specific plan. Asking this should be considered:
A) an appropriate part of the assessment.
B) not a critical part of the assessment.
C) suggesting that the adolescent needs a plan.
D) encouraging the adolescent to devise a plan.
Suicidal
Pertaining to or having the inclination towards suicide, often due to psychological distress or mental disorders.
Adolescent
An individual in the transitional stage of development between childhood and adulthood, typically between ages 13 and 19.
Nurse
A healthcare professional responsible for the care of patients, including administering medication, monitoring conditions, and providing support.
- Understand the importance and techniques of suicide risk assessment in adolescents.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the importance and techniques of suicide risk assessment in adolescents.
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