Author Question: A client comes to the clinic for an evaluation of headache, fatigue, and an overall feeling of being ... (Read 53 times)

debasdf · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A client comes to the clinic for an evaluation of headache, fatigue, and an overall feeling of being down. When assessing the client, which statement by the client would alert the nurse to suspect possible suicide? Select all that apply.

A) I've been drinking about three or four more beers every night.
B) I've been going out with my friends about once or twice a week.
C) I'm so tired that all I ever want to do is sleep all the time.
D) Most times, I feel like I'm trapped with no way out.
E) I'm looking for a new job because my job is so stressful.

Question 2

After educating a class on factors that enhance the risk of suicide, the instructor determines the need for additional education when the class identifies which of the following?

A) Family member committing suicide
B) Cautiousness
C) Delusions
D) Loss

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

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, C, D
Warning signs for suicide include increased substance use (drinking three or four more beers every night), an inability to sleep or sleeping all the time, and feeling trapped. Social isolation or withdrawal (rather than going out with friends or looking for a new job) would suggest suicide.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Impulsivity, rather than cautiousness, enhances suicide risk. Other factors include a family member having completed suicide, psychotic thoughts such as delusions, and loss.