The Feeling Experienced by a Patient That Should Be Assessed

question 11

Multiple Choice

The feeling experienced by a patient that should be assessed by the nurse as most predictive of elevated suicide risk is

• A) hopelessness.
• B) sadness.
• C) elation.
• D) anger.

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Definitions:

Ethical Dilemma

A situation where a person is required to choose between two conflicting moral principles.

Nursing Code of Ethics

A set of guiding principles that reflect the fundamental norms and values of nursing, directing nurses in ethical practice.

Legally Binding

A term that describes an agreement or contract that is enforceable by law.

Not Admissible

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