The nurse is assessing patients for risk for suicide. According to the Level of Suicidal Severity Index, which patient statement indicates the greatest risk for suicide?
1. "I have no reason to live anymore, and suicide is my only option."
2. "I think committing suicide will help to solve all the problems I have."
3. "I plan to commit suicide by overdosing on prescription pain medication."
4. "I sometimes think about how suicide might solve my problems, but I would never do it."
1. "I have no reason to live anymore, and suicide is my only option."
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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