Q: Which equation best represents the relationship between suicide risk and major depression according to the study materials?

$$Risk_{suicide, depression} \approx 25 \times Risk_{suicide, general population}$$

Question 1

Which population in the United States has the highest rate of completed suicide according to recent statistics?

Accepted Answer

White males

Question 2

According to Durkheim’s theory, which type of suicide occurs when an individual is isolated from others?

Accepted Answer

Egoistic suicide

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of Shneidman’s Ten Commonalities of Suicide?

Accepted Answer

The common cognitive state in suicide is optimism.

Question 4

A patient presents with suicidal ideation but does not have a diagnosed mental illness. Which risk factor is most likely contributing to their ideation?

Accepted Answer

Social isolation

Question 5

According to Joiner’s Interpersonal Theory of Suicide, which three factors must be present for a high risk of suicide?

Accepted Answer

Thwarted belongingness, perceived burdensomeness, and acquired capability

Question 6

Which of the following is considered a protective measure against suicide?

Accepted Answer

Restricted access to means for suicide attempt

Question 7

Which brain regions are hypothesized to be involved in psychological pain associated with suicide?

Accepted Answer

Thalamus, anterior and posterior cingulated cortex, prefrontal cortex, cerebellum, parahippocampal gyrus

Question 8

Which of the following is a common means of suicide among military personnel and veterans?

Accepted Answer

Firearms

Question 9

A nurse is assessing a patient for suicide risk. Which question is most appropriate to ask?

Accepted Answer

Do you have thoughts about wanting to end your life?

Question 10

Which stage of the Suicide Severity Index is characterized by advanced thoughts and a specific plan and method?

Accepted Answer

Stage IV

Question 11

Which intervention is most appropriate for a patient at Stage IV of the Suicide Severity Index?

Accepted Answer

Thorough, multidisciplinary evaluation and possible hospitalization

Question 12

Which of the following is a primary intervention for suicide prevention?

Accepted Answer

Prevent suicide and reduce risk of contemplated suicide

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT recommended when interacting with a patient who is actively suicidal?

Accepted Answer

Offer false reassurance

Question 14

Which cultural group is noted to have a high rate of suicide among youth due to cumulative effects of historical trauma?

Accepted Answer

Native Americans

Question 15

Which of the following is a secondary intervention in suicide prevention?

Accepted Answer

Education of community and patient about risk factors

Question 16

A patient with chronic illness and functional impairment is at increased risk for suicide. Which domain does this risk factor belong to?

Accepted Answer

Biological domain

Question 17

Which of the following is a warning sign of suicide risk that nurses should recognize?

Accepted Answer

Sudden improvement in mood after a period of depression

Question 18

Which equation best represents the relationship between suicide risk and major depression according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

$$Risk_{suicide, depression} \approx 25 	imes Risk_{suicide, general population}$$

Question 19

Which of the following is a recommended nursing intervention for a patient in recovery after a suicide attempt?

Accepted Answer

Adjust plan of care as patient improves and thoughts of wanting to die recede

Question 20

Which of the following is a key element of safety planning interventions for patients at risk of suicide?

Accepted Answer

Identifying warning signs of impending crisis

Preventing and Responding to Suicide: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing

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