A Nurse Interacts with an Outpatient Who Has a History

question 9

Multiple Choice

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) "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 keep you safe."
• C) "Bringing up these feelings is a very positive action on your part."
• D) "We need to talk about the good things you have to live for."

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Definitions:

Cooperative

An organization or entity that is owned and run jointly by its members, who share the benefits or profits.

Organizational Politics

The activities within an organization aimed at improving personal or departmental gain, often at the expense of others or the company.

Playing Favorites

The unfair practice of giving preferential treatment to some people over others in similar positions or situations.

Ethical Conflict

A situation where an individual faces a clash between two or more ethical principles or values, making it challenging to decide on the morally right course of action.