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CEN Practice Exam (Certified Emergency Nurse)

Category - Psychology

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Which of the following if observed by the nurse would indicate that a depressed patient is becoming suicidal?
  1. The patient becomes angry when speaking on the phone and slams the phone down.
  2. The patient becomes angry during group therapy and runs out of the room.
  3. The patient becomes angry at her roommate for borrowing her clothes.
  4. The patient starts giving away her most prized possessions.
Explanation
Answer: D - The patient giving away her most prized possessions can be an indication that she is suicidal. The patient is saying good-bye with this gesture and hoping that someone will remember them when they are gone. This patient needs to be observed closely at this time to insure that they remain safe.
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