What common themes apply to persons who have suicidal ideation? ...

[swpotter12]

What common themes apply to persons who have suicidal ideation? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Belief that life is meaningless
  b. Absolute intention to die
  c. Existence of cognitive impairment
  d. Experiencing hopelessness
  e. Feeling out of control

Question 2

Which scenario presents a high risk for violence?
 
  a. A nurse empathizes with a patient who dislikes attending exercise class.
  b. A nurse enforces the rule that patients must attend all scheduled activities.
  c. A patient spends free time with a group of other patients talking about issues in their lives.
  d. A patient with high anxiety is allowed to remain in a quiet room instead of attending a community meeting.

[tmlewis4706]

Answer to Question 1

A, D
Hopelessness, meaninglessness, and feeling out of control are the most common themes underlying suicidal ideation. The other options reflect myths about suicide. Not all who attempt suicide are intent on dying. Not all are cognitively impaired.

Answer to Question 2

B
Being forced into a treatment activity reduces trust in staff. Struggles over rules are control battles. Patients who do not feel that they have control over their lives might react violently, because they believe that they have little to lose. The other options do not exemplify control battles.

[swpotter12]

Correct answers!

[tmlewis4706]

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