Which are facts about suicide? (Select all that apply.) a. ...

[Zulu123]

Which are facts about suicide? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Suicide occurs most often in lower socioeconomic classes.
  b. Depression is a high risk factor for attempting suicide.
  c. Giving away important possessions is a sign of suicidal thoughts.
  d. It is harmful to discuss the subject of suicide with clients.
  e. Suicidal threats are serious only if the client conveys the planned method.

Question 2

A severely depressed patient shows vegetative signs of depression. Interventions to be implemented should include: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. monitoring food and fluid intake.
  b. offering laxatives as needed.
  c. providing a quiet sleep environment.
  d. doubling the daily caffeine intake.
  e. restricting intake of processed foods.
  f. promoting adequate attention to hygiene.

[joshraies]

Answer to Question 1

B, C
These are only two of the facts about suicide. The other options are myths regarding suicide. It is important for the nurse to be familiar with both the facts and the myths regarding suicide.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, F
Monitoring intake, offering laxatives as needed, facilitating sleep, and promoting exercise as tolerated all promote a normal body processes such as adequate rest, nutrition, elimination, and activity, functions which are often negatively affected by vegetative depression. Increasing the intake of stimulants such as caffeine may make the patient feel jittery and anxious when the patient is already feeling unwell. No research supports a connection between processed food and mood disorders.