When suicidal clients are admitted to a hospital, objects that can easily be used for self-harm are
removed from their possession. The rationale for this intervention is that
a. the environment must be made completely safe.
b. psychiatric clients cannot be trusted with dangerous objects.
c. having to depend on staff to meet needs promotes a trusting relationship.
d. removing known harmful objects conveys the staff's concern for client safety.
D
Promoting client safety is a priority concern. Explaining this to clients reduces anxiety and supports
the client's will to live. Option A: the environment cannot be made completely safe. Option B:
Although some clients can be trusted not to harm themselves or others, some cannot. Thus, to
maintain a safe milieu, harmful objects are available for use only under supervision. Option C is not
an accurate statement.
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