Exam 25: Suicide and Non-Suicidal Self-Injury

Which change in the brain's biochemical function is most associated with suicidal behavior?

Which statement by a depressed patient will alert the nurse to the patient's need for immediate,active intervention?

A nurse interacts with an outpatient who has a history of multiple suicide attempts.Select the most helpful response for a nurse to make when the patient states,"I am considering committing suicide."

A nurse assesses a patient who reports a 3-week history of depression and periods of uncontrolled crying.The patient says,"My business is bankrupt,and I was served with divorce papers." Which subsequent statement by the patient alerts the nurse to a concealed suicidal message?

A nurse assesses five newly hospitalized patients.Which patients have the highest suicide risk? Select all that apply.

A nurse uses the SAD PERSONS scale to interview a patient.This tool provides data relevant to:

When assessing a patient's plan for suicide,what aspect has priority?

A depressed patient says,"Nothing matters anymore." What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?