A Nurse Wants to Assess for Suicidal Ideation in an Elderly

question 2

Multiple Choice

A nurse wants to assess for suicidal ideation in an elderly patient. Select the best question to begin this assessment.

• A) "Are there any things going on in your life that would cause you to consider suicide?"
• B) "What are your beliefs about a person's right to take his or her own life?"
• C) "Do you think you are vulnerable to developing a depressed mood?"
• D) "If you felt suicidal, would you tell someone about your feelings?"

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