A new nurse mentions to a peer "My newest client has schizophrenia. At least I will not have to
worry about him being suicidal.". The most helpful response by the peer would be
a. "Suicide risk is high in schizophrenic clients, especially early in the course of the
illness.".
b. "Command hallucinations often prompt suicide among clients with
schizophrenia.".
c. "Suicide is a risk for any client with schizophrenia who uses alcohol or drugs.".
d. "You are correct in saying that schizophrenia does not increase risk for suicide.".
A
Up to 10% of clients with schizophrenia die from suicide, usually related to depressive symptoms
occurring in the early years of the illness. Option B: Depressive symptoms are more related to
suicide among clients with schizophrenia than are command hallucinations. Option C: The scenario
does not mention substance use; thus the option has questionable relevance. Option D is an incorrect
statement.
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