A suicidal patient was found attempting to hang himself in the bathroom shower. What nursing intervention would best address the patient's current need for safety while maintaining his self-esteem?
a. Assign a staff member to remain with the patient at all times.
b. Place the patient in the seclusion room with 15-minute checks.
c. Request that the patient remain with the patient group at all times.
d. Tell the patient that he may use the bathroom only with staff supervision.
Question 2
The plan of a care for a patient with anger includes behavioral interventions. Which of the following would the nurse be likely to find?
A) Self-monitoring of cues
B) Anger management
C) Relaxation training
D) Response disruption
Choosing nursing interventions
Teaching an illterate patient
Patient education
A patient centered care approach
Elements Found in Organisms
Pharmacology Connections to Nursing