A patient diagnosed with cancer of the prostate was admitted after his wife reported he was trying to mix a lethal dose of medications and alcohol to drink. Which patient out-come is a priority to this situation?
a. Patient will participate in all unit activities.
b. Patient will recognize that depression is treatable.
c. Patient will learn ways to handle his unresolved anger.
d. Patient will admit to suicidal thoughts when asked by staff.
ANS: D
Notifying staff of suicidal ideations has priority since it is directly related to the patient's safety. The other options lack the direct relationship to patient safety.
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