The nurse assesses a client who recently attempted suicide by prescription drug overdose
Based on knowledge of a recent study of the findings of the Third National Health and Nutrition Survey, what is the most important risk factor to assess for in this client?
A) Substance abuse
B) Major depressive disorder
C) Social isolation
D) Chronic pain
Ans: B
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A recent study of the findings of the Third National Health and Nutrition Survey found that, after adjustment for other risk factors, a history of major depressive disorder was the strongest risk factor associated with attempted suicide for both men and women. Other risk factors include a history of substance abuse, suicide or self-mutilating behaviors, chronic pain, social isolation, stress, unemployment, and poverty.
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