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Starlight

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which patient would have the highest risk of suicide?
 
  a. 85-year-old male with a history of an affective disorder
  b. 50-year-old female with a recent divorce
  c. 70-year-old female with high blood pressure
  d. 65-year-old male with chronic asthma

Question 2

Which older adult would be at the highest risk for suicide?
 
  a. One with a lack of activity
  b. One with an altered nutritional intake
  c. One who abuses alcohol
  d. One who has a chronic disease


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honnalora

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Older men and older adults with a history of affective disorder are the highest risk for suicide.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Older adults who abuse alcohol are at a higher risk of suicide.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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