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Practice Question

A nurse is assisting with a conflict-resolution group for adolescent clients in a community clinic facility. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as being the highest risk for a suicide attempt?

Answer Choices:

Correct Answer:

A client who attempted suicide the previous year

Rationale:

🔴 A history of a previous suicide attempt is the strongest predictor of a future attempt.

This client is at the highest risk and requires close monitoring, follow-up, and support.

Past behavior is a key warning sign in suicide risk assessments.

🔴 Family involvement with guns may increase access to lethal means, but without other risk factors, it’s not as significant as a prior attempt.

🔴 Anxiety about school is common in adolescence and not an immediate high-risk indicator.

🔴 Recent grief, even with religious beliefs, is a concern, but again, not as high-risk as someone with a known suicide history.

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Question Details
  • Category: LPN - Nursing Exam(s)
  • Subcategory: ATI Exams
  • Domain: MENTAL HEALTH/PSYCHIATRIC PN
  • Answer Choices: 4
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