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abarnes · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Which measure would be considered a form of primary prevention for suicide?

a. Psychiatric hospitalization of a suicidal patient
b. Referral of a formerly suicidal patient to a support group
c. Suicide precautions for 24 hours for newly admitted patients
d. Helping school children learn to manage stress and be resilient

Question 2

Which change in the brain's biochemical function is most associated with suicidal behavior?

a. Dopamine excess
b. Serotonin deficiency
c. Acetylcholine excess
d. Gamma-aminobutyric acid deficiency

catron30 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
This measure promotes effective coping and reduces the likelihood that such children will become suicidal later in life. Admissions and suicide precautions are secondary prevention measures. Support group referral is a tertiary prevention measure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Research suggests that low levels of serotonin may play a role in the decision to commit suicide. The other neurotransmitter alterations have not been implicated in suicidality.