The feeling experienced by a patient that should be assessed by the nurse as most predictive of elevated suicide risk is

A) hopelessness.
B) sadness.
C) elation.
D) anger.

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The feeling experienced by a patient that should be assessed by the nurse as most predictive of elevated suicide risk isA)  hopelessness.B)  sadness.C)  elation.D)  anger.

Parampreet Singh · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Of the feelings listed, hopelessness is most closely associated with increased suicide risk. Depression, aggression, impulsivity, and shame are other feelings noted as risk factors for suicide.

The feeling experienced by a patient that should be assessed by the nurse as most predictive of elevated suicide risk is

A) hopelessness.
B) sadness.
C) elation.
D) anger.

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