In order to prevent suicide, the nurse is learning about recognizing protective measures in patients displaying hopelessness. Which patient will the nurse recognize as displaying external protective measures?
1. The patient who is passive during a dispute.
2. The patient who requests assistance when needed.
3. The patient who remains calm during an argument.
4. The patient who displays problem-solving capabilities.
Answer: 2
Explanation: Protective measures are factors that can help the individual to feel hopeful and worthy enough to begin problem solving, even when he or she feels that there are no answers to the presenting problem. There are internal and external protective measures. The patient with external protective measures relates to others and can request assistance when needed. The patient who is able to solve problems, think through conflict, and handle disputes without violence is displaying internal, not external protective measures.
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