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dakota nelson

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When assigning the suicidal patient to a room on the unit, the nurse should select a:
 
  a. Single room near the exit
  b. Double room near the exit
  c. Single room near the nurse's station
  d. Double room near the nurse's station

Question 2

The health care team is planning care for a patient hospitalized following a suicide at-tempt. Which statement by a team member should serve as a basis for planning?
 
  a. A patient who has made a recent suicide attempt is at low risk for another at-tempt.
  b. A patient who has made a recent suicide attempt is at very high risk for another attempt.
  c. A patient who has made a recent suicide attempt requires ongoing assessment to determine the level of risk.
  d. A patient who has made a recent suicide attempt may be at risk for 24 hours un-til medication takes effect.



jojobee318

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The correct option implements the helpful practice if having a roommate for the suicidal pa-tient and observation of the patient is easier if the room is close to the nurse's station. The remaining options lack both of those interventions.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The correct option shows an understanding of the need for additional assessment in order to develop an effective plan of care. Assessment is needed to determine whether a patient is at high risk for another suicide attempt. The remaining options are incorrect.



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