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6 years ago
A patient on the inpatient psychiatricmental health unit was discovered attempting to asphyxiate himself using a blanket. Which of the following measures should the care team prioritize in the patient's immediate care?
 
  A) Assessing the specific motivation for the patient's attempted suicide
  B) Placing the patient on suicide precautions
  C) Teaching the patient improved coping skills
  D) Managing the patient's anxiety
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6 years ago
Ans: B
The need for safety and suicide prevention supersedes the importance of patient education, anxiety management, and assessment of the patient's motivations.
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