Psych Nurs 451 Tests
assessment for suicide: observe and listen – -Overt statements -Covert statements -Changes in behavior -If there is ANY concern at all ASK -When caring for pts in psychiatric setting we assess SI every 8 hours and as needed -You cannot "cause" someone to commit suicide or have suicidal thoughts by asking them if they have been experiencing them overt statements (red flag) – •"I can't take it anymore." •"Life isn't worth living anymore." •"I wish I were dead." •"Everyone would be better off if I died." covert statements – •"It's okay, now. Soon everything will be fine." •"Things will never work out." •"I won't be a problem much longer." •"Nothing feels good to me anymore and probably never will." behaviors that may indicate suicide – •Sudden brightening
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