Multiple Choice
When a nurse is developing a no-suicide contract with a client,which of these aspects MUST be considered?
A) To increase client accountability,ask the client to promise the nurse or another significant friend or family member to avoid self-harm.
B) To communicate belief in the client,establish a minimum time frame of at least 1 week for the first contract.
C) To make the agreement more official and binding,have the document typed,signed by the client,and notarized.
D) To decrease impulsive behavior,include a detailed plan of action with the names and phone numbers of persons to call and the number of the local suicide crisis hotline to call if experiencing suicidal thoughts.
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