Which Measure Would Be Considered a Form of Primary Intervention

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which measure would be considered a form of primary intervention for suicide?

• A) Psychiatric hospitalization of a suicidal patient
• B) Referral of a formerly suicidal patient to a support group
• C) Suicide precautions for 24 hours for newly admitted patients
• D) Helping school children learn to manage stress and be resilient

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Definitions:

Hydrogen Bonding

Hydrogen bonding is a type of weak chemical bond that occurs when a hydrogen atom that is covalently bonded to a highly electronegative atom, such as oxygen or nitrogen, experiences attraction to another electronegative atom.

Secondary Structure

The secondary structure of proteins involves the local folding or coiling of the peptide chain into structures such as alpha-helices and beta-sheets, primarily stabilized by hydrogen bonds.

Alpha-Helical

Pertaining to the alpha-helix structure, a type of secondary structure of proteins, characterized by a right-handed coil.

Beta-Pleated Sheet

A type of secondary structure found in proteins wherein the backbone is extended into a zigzag shape and strands are connected by hydrogen bonds.