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An adolescent who attempted suicide and was admitted to an inpatient mental health unit had been assessed as being at high risk of self-harm, but he has shown improvement. His doctor is now considering discharge and asks the nurse's opinion.
 
  Which of the following observations most reliably indicates that he may be ready for discharge to outpatient care? a. He denies that suicide ideation and intent are present.
  b. His family agrees to observe him closely at home.
  c. His SAD PERSONS score has gone from a 4 to a 2.
  d. He focuses on problem solving and hope for the future.
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