10 Questions
Which organization has taken a leadership role in identifying psychiatric-mental health nurse essential competencies for assessing and managing individuals at risk for suicide?
The American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA)
When assessing a client's suicidal ideation, what is it important for nurses to distinguish between?
Both A and C
Which of the following demographic factors should be assessed when evaluating a client's risk for suicide?
All of the above
When a client has attempted self-injury, what is the primary distinction that nurses should make?
Between suicidal self-injury and non-suicidal self-injury
Which of the following is NOT listed as a factor to be assessed when evaluating a client's risk for suicide?
Educational level
In addition to assessing demographic factors, what other type of information should be gathered when assessing a client's risk for suicide?
Presenting symptoms and medical-psychiatric conditions
Which of the following organizations is NOT mentioned in the text as advancing the importance of improving the quality of care and reporting of details around sentinel events related to acts or deaths by suicide?
The American Nurses Association (ANA)
When assessing a client's risk for suicide, which of the following should NOT be a consideration?
The client's financial status
Which of the following statements about assessing suicidal risk is FALSE?
Nurses should only assess for suicidal ideation and not plans or attempts.
What is the primary role of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) in relation to suicide risk assessment?
Identifying essential competencies for nurses in assessing and managing individuals at risk for suicide
Learn important tips for interacting with someone who is suicidal, including acknowledging their feelings, being an active listener, giving them hope, and seeking professional help. Help prevent suicide by providing support and care to those in need.
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