A Home Care Nurse Notices the Client Who Startles Easily

question 11

Multiple Choice

A home care nurse notices the client who startles easily is exhibiting signs of posttraumatic stress disorder. The nurse asks, "Have you ever made a suicide attempt?" to which the client responds, "Yes, I have." Which response should the nurse make next?

• A) Notify the primary care provider
• B) Gently touch the client's arm
• C) Say, "Why would you do that? I am here to help you."
• D) Ask, "Are you having thoughts of suicide right now?"

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