Brian is seeking treatment for PTSD following his tour of duty in a combat zone. He reports to the assessment nurse that he has been smoking pot and drinking alcohol daily for the past 4 days because he just can't stand feeling depressed all the time
Which of these assessments is the highest priority considering Brian's symptoms?
A. Amount of current cannabis use
B. Marital status
C. Neurological assessment
D. Suicide risk assessment
ANS: D
Because of a high correlation between PTSD, depression, substance abuse, and risk for suicide, the risk for suicide assessment is the highest priority to establish patient safety.
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