A victim of a violent rape was treated in the emergency department. As discharge preparation begins, the victim says softly, "I will never be the same again. I can't face my friends. There is no reason to go on."
Select the nurse's most appropriate response. a. "Are you thinking of harming yourself?"
b. "It will take time, but you will feel the same.".
c. "Your friends will understand when you explain it was not your fault.".
d. "You will be able to find meaning in this experience as time goes on.".
A
The patient's words suggest hopelessness. Whenever hopelessness is present, so is suicide risk. The nurse should directly address the possibility of suicidal ideation with the patient. The other options attempt to offer reassurance before making an assessment.
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