Which Statement by the Nurse Is Most Appropriate to a 15-Year-Old

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate to a 15-year-old whose friend has mentioned suicide?

• A) "Tell your friend to come to the clinic immediately."
• B) "You need to gather details about your friend's suicide plan."
• C) "Your friend's threat needs to be taken seriously and he needs immediate help."
• D) "If your friend mentions suicide again get your friend some help."

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Definitions:

Caring Touch

constitutes a physical connection made in a compassionate and supportive manner, important in conveying empathy and comfort in caregiving settings.

Intrapersonally

Relating to or within a person's own self or mind, often referring to internal thought processes or self-reflection.

Connectedness

Having close spiritual relationships with oneself, others, and God or another spiritual being.

Prognosis

A forecast or prediction about the likely outcome of a patient's disease or condition.