The caregiver works with suicidal clients to establish therapeutic rapport. The focused communications and concerned actions encourage suicidal persons to:
a. Feel in control
b. Feel self-worth
c. Talk about themselves
d. Feel foolish for thinking about suicide
B
The focused communications and concerned actions of caregivers help suicidal individuals to feel self-worth, which directly affects the treatment goals of the individual.
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a. "Please quiet down.". b. "Hey, what's up?" c. "You seem upset. Tell me about it.". d. "You need to go to your room to get control of yourself.".
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a. Use bath oils to maintain skin integrity and suppleness. b. Hang towels on grab bars for easy access. c. Make sure the bathroom door can be locked from the inside only for privacy. d. Shower using a shower stool and a handheld sprayer.
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A) Avoid a high-caloric diet. B) Consume a low-protein diet. C) Drink adequate fluids. D) Avoid citrus fruits.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false