A 22-year-old suicidal client acknowledges being molested by her stepfather since she was eight-years-old. The nurse knows this client's self-destructive behavior is best explained by:
1. Interpersonal theory.
2. Sociocultural theory.
3. Biologic theory.
4. Self-destructive behavior.
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Rationale: Suicide can be better understood if viewed in the context of the interpersonal relationship between two people: the suicidal person and the significant other. Broadly defined, the significant other can be a spouse, child, boss, landlord, friend, nurse, or other health care worker. The client's negative interpersonal relationship with her stepfather influenced her suicidal behavior.
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