Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders no. 5032

Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders no. 5032

QUESTION: Which of the following groups are considered to be at highest risk for suicide?

✓O a.) Adolescents, men over age 45, and persons who have made previous suicide attempts
✘O b.) Teachers, divorced persons, and substance abusers
✘O c.) Alcohol abusers, widows, and young married men
✘O d.) Depressed persons, physicians, and persons living in rural areas

RATIONALE

RATIONALE: Studies of those who commit suicide reveal the following high-risk groups: adolescents; men over age 45; persons who have made previous suicide attempts; divorced, widowed, and separated persons; professionals, such as physicians, dentists, and attorneys; students; unemployed persons; persons who are depressed, delusional, or hallucinating; alcohol or substance abusers; and persons who live in urban areas. Although more women attempt suicide than men, they typically choose less lethal means and therefore are less likely to succeed in their attempts.
NURSING PROCESS STEP: Assessment
CLIENT NEEDS CATEGORY: Safe, effective care environment
CLIENT NEEDS SUBCATEGORY: Safety and infection control
COGNITIVE LEVEL: Knowledge