Which Statement by a Patient During an Assessment Interview Should

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which statement by a patient during an assessment interview should alert the nurse to the patient's need for immediate, active intervention?

• A) "I am mixed up, but I know I need help."
• B) "I have no one for help or support."
• C) "It is worse when you are a person of color."
• D) "I tried to get attention before I shot myself."

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Definitions:

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