The feeling experienced by a patient that should be assessed by the nurse as most predictive of elevated suicide risk is
a. hopelessness.
b. sadness.
c. elation.
d. anger.
ANS: A
Of the feelings listed, hopelessness is most closely associated with increased suicide risk. Depression, aggression, impulsivity, and shame are other feelings noted as risk factors for suicide.
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