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Nurse Aide

Category - Pyschosocial Care

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Mr. Arnold Robbins is placed on suicide precautions. During the care planning conference, the nursing staff discussed a care plan for Mr. Robbins. Which of the following tasks do you anticipate the licensed nurse will delegate to you?
  1. Do not allow him to leave his room.
  2. Remove all sharp and cutting objects.
  3. Give him the opportunity to ventilate feelings.
  4. Stay with him at all times.
Explanation
Answer: D -You should anticipate that the licensed nurse will as you to stay with him at all times. Clients on suicide precautions need constant observation by a staff member. This means that clients are in direct sight of and no more than two or three feet away from a staff member for all activities, including going to the bathroom. Not allowing him to leave his room and removing sharp and cutting objects are part of providing a safe environment; however, the availability of an able staff member is a higher priority. Conversing with the client will come after his safety is established.
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