Asked by Donna Henderson on Sep 23, 2024

Select the most helpful response for a nurse to make when a patient being treated as an outpatient states, "I am considering suicide."

A) "I'm glad you shared this. Please do not worry. We will handle it together."
B) "I think you should admit yourself to the hospital to get help."
C) "We need to talk about the good things you have to live for."
D) "Bringing this up is a very positive action on your part."

Outpatient

A patient who receives medical treatment without being admitted to a hospital.

Considering Suicide

Contemplating the act of intentionally causing one's own death, often as a result of feeling overwhelmed by distressing thoughts or situations.

  • Differentiate successful from unsuccessful strategies in responding to patients voicing suicidal intentions.