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on: Jul 19, 2018
A staff nurse tells another nurse, I just used the SAD PERSONS scale to evaluate a man who sometimes thinks about suicide; his score was 8 . I'm wondering if I should send him home after arranging for follow-up..
 
  The best reply by the second nurse would be: a. That would seem appropriate, but I'd consult the on-call resident first..
  b. Be sure he is followed up closely; he may require hospitalization later on..
  c. I think you should consider hospitalization just to be safe..
  d. A score of 7 or higher usually requires immediate hospitalization..

Question 2

A nurse talks with a woman who recently learned that her husband died while jogging. Select the appropriate statement for the nurse.
 
  a. At least your husband did not suffer..
  b. It's better to go quickly as your husband did..
  c. Your husband's loss must be very painful for you..
  d. You will begin to feel better after you get over the shock..


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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A SAD PERSONS scale score of 0 to 2 suggests home care with follow-up. A score of 3 to 4 calls for close follow-up and possible hospitalization. A score of 5 to 6 requires the nurse to strongly consider hospitalization, and a score of 7 or higher calls for hospitalization.

Answer to Question 2

C
The most helpful responses by others validate the bereaved person's experience of loss. Avoid clichs, because they are ineffective.


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