A college student who attempted suicide by overdose was hospitalized until social supports could be
put into place. When her parents were contacted, her mother's response was "We cannot understand
why our daughter would do this to herself.
We have given her everything she ever wanted.". The
mother's reaction can be assessed as reflecting
a. anxiety.
b. anger.
c. denial.
d. rescue feelings.
C
Statements such as "I cannot understand why…" indicate denial. Denial or minimization of suicidal
ideation or attempts is a defense against uncomfortable feelings. Family members are often unable to
acknowledge suicidal ideation in someone close to them. The feelings suggested in the other options
are not clearly described in the scenario.
You might also like to view...
A nurse working with clients with sickle cell disease (SCD) teaches about self-management to prevent exacerbations and sickle cell crises. What factors should clients be taught to avoid? (Select all that apply.)
a. Dehydration b. Exercise c. Extreme stress d. High altitudes e. Pregnancy
If a male has a history of impaired blood flow in his vascular system, he may be prone to develop
A) premature ejaculation. B) erectile dysfunction. C) penile engorgement. D) vascular clots in pudendal arteries.
Which form of multidose medication begins to lose it potency once dissolved?
A) Capsule B) Liquid C) Powder D) Tablet
The nurse plans care for four patients and assigns patient feeding to nursing assistive personnel (NAP). Which patient should the nurse watch during mealtime?
a. The patient who refuses most of the meals served b. The patient who is learning to use adaptive utensils c. The patient who swallows four times for each piece of food d. The patient who is taking ice chips on the first postoperative day