A Young Adult Patient Has Been Taking an Antidepressant Medication

A young adult patient has been taking an antidepressant medication for several weeks and reports having increased thoughts of suicide. The nurse questions further and learns that the patient has attempted suicide more than once in the past. The patient identifies a concrete plan for committing suicide. The nurse will contact the provider to discuss:

A) changing the medication to another drug class.
B) discontinuing the medication immediately.
C) hospitalizing the patient for closer monitoring.
D) requiring more frequent clinic visits for this patient.

Correct Answer:

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Access For Free