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suicide
inward focused emotions, nursing
Question | Answer |
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Direct self destructive behavior | Threat, gesture, attempt, or SH |
Indirect self destructive behavior | Any action that may result in harm to the well being of an individual, like drug abuse or other risky behavior |
Risk factors of suicide | Male Adolescents Native American Co morbid mental disorder Feelings of hopelessness, powerless, loneliness, and isolation. |
Assessment of suicide | Subjective- verbal cues. Either overt or covert Objective- SH, isolation Ask follow up questions |
Evaluation of "the plan": | Does the pt have access to supplies Affect sudden mood change. .HIGH ALERT Energy Level the pt may have decided to follow through |
Nursing Precautions | 1:1 15 minute checks Remove all potential dangers Pocketing Suicide contact |
Reactions of others | Survivors guilt Isolation Stigma Children |
Goals of tx | Decrease anxiety Remain free from harm |