LPN Custom Mental Health
LPN Custom Mental Health ( 42 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who is threatening to commit suicide, which of the following questions should the nurse ask?
"What happened to you in the past to make you so desperate?" may be seen as judgmental and may not be as helpful in the immediate crisis. It assumes a specific cause for the desperation and might not address the current feelings or circumstances that are contributing to the suicidal thoughts.
"What will you accomplish by taking your life?" is an appropriate question because it encourages the client to explore the reasons behind their suicidal thoughts and potential goals or perceived benefits they may associate with suicide. This question can help the nurse better understand the client's mindset and reasons for contemplating suicide, allowing for a more in-depth assessment and potential intervention.
"Why do you feel depressed enough to end your life?" is a direct question that may put pressure on the client and might not be as effective in exploring their thoughts and feelings. It assumes a direct link between depression and suicidal thoughts without allowing for a more nuanced exploration.
"How will you carry out your plan?" is not an appropriate question to ask, as it focuses on the details of the suicidal plan rather than exploring the underlying emotions and reasons for the client's distress. It could inadvertently encourage the client to provide more specific details about their plan, which is not the immediate goal in a crisis situation.
A. "What happened to you in the past to make you so desperate?" may be seen as judgmental and may not be as helpful in the immediate crisis. It assumes a specific cause for the desperation and might not address the current feelings or circumstances that are contributing to the suicidal thoughts.
B. "What will you accomplish by taking your life?" is an appropriate question because it encourages the client to explore the reasons behind their suicidal thoughts and potential goals or perceived benefits they may associate with suicide. This question can help the nurse better understand the client's mindset and reasons for contemplating suicide, allowing for a more in-depth assessment and potential intervention.
C. "Why do you feel depressed enough to end your life?" is a direct question that may put pressure on the client and might not be as effective in exploring their thoughts and feelings. It assumes a direct link between depression and suicidal thoughts without allowing for a more nuanced exploration.
D. "How will you carry out your plan?" is not an appropriate question to ask, as it focuses on the details of the suicidal plan rather than exploring the underlying emotions and reasons for the client's distress. It could inadvertently encourage the client to provide more specific details about their plan, which is not the immediate goal in a crisis situation.