30 Questions
What is a common misconception about suicide methods?
Most individuals commit suicide by taking an overdose of drugs.
Which gender attempts suicide more often but has a lower success rate?
Women
What is the leading cause of death among suicide victims?
Gunshot wounds
Which age group has the highest suicide rate according to the most recent statistics?
45-64
How does the suicide rate vary based on marital status?
The suicide rate for single persons is half that of married persons.
How does affiliation with a religious group affect the risk of suicide?
Affiliation with a religious group decreases the risk of suicide.
Which ethnic group is at the highest risk for suicide according to the text?
Whites
What percentage of individuals who commit suicide have a diagnosable mental disorder?
Over 90%
Which psychiatric illness is NOT mentioned as common among individuals who commit suicide?
Bipolar disorder
What factor is associated with an increased risk of suicide according to the text?
Having severe insomnia
Which group has a higher risk of suicide compared to their heterosexual counterparts according to the text?
L G B T individuals
What significantly increases the risk of a subsequent suicide attempt according to the text?
Having previously attempted suicide
What was the historical view of suicide in ancient Greece?
It was viewed as a criminal offense against the state.
During which historical period did intellectuals begin freely discussing suicide?
The Renaissance
Which age group has suicide as the second-leading cause of death in America?
10 to 34 years old
How did suicide relate to mental illness in the 17th and 18th centuries?
Most philosophers associated suicide with mental illness.
What was one reason individuals in the Roman army resorted to suicide?
To avoid battle and humiliation.
How does the rate of suicide in 2014 compare to previous years?
It reached the highest rate in 30 years.
Which enzyme is associated with the synthesis of serotonin?
Tryptophan hydroxylase
What has implications for both depression and suicidal behavior?
Diminished serotonin
Which neurotransmitter deficiency is associated with suicide according to studies?
Serotonin
What is measured as a decrease in the levels of 5-HIAA in the cerebrospinal fluid of depressed clients who attempted suicide?
Serotonin levels
Which factor has a potential genetic predisposition toward suicidal behavior?
Low serotonin levels
In what fluid have studies shown a decrease in 5-HIAA levels among depressed clients who attempted suicide?
Cerebrospinal fluid
What is the most appropriate nursing intervention for an actively suicidal client?
Place the client on suicide precautions with one-to-one observation
Which action should be taken to ensure the safety of a suicidal client on an outpatient basis?
Develop a detailed safety plan
What is a key aspect of treatment for a suicidal client on an outpatient basis?
Schedule frequent appointments
Why should the nurse be direct and talk matter-of-factly about suicide with a client?
To normalize discussions around suicide
What is an important factor to consider when discussing the current crisis situation with a suicidal client?
Discuss the crisis situation openly and honestly
What should be done to identify areas of self-control in a suicidal client?
Encourage the client to identify aspects they can control
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