Question

client who has major depressive disorder. the client tells the nurse, \my life is meaningless! im going to kill myself tonight.\ which of the following actions should the nurse identify as the priority? assist in searching the clients belongings for objects that could cause harm. ensure that the client is placed on suicide precautions. obtain details about the clients suicide plan. ask the client to sign a suicide prevention contract.

Explanation:

When a client expresses intent to commit suicide, the top - priority is to ensure their immediate safety. Placing the client on suicide precautions is a comprehensive measure that includes close monitoring, restricting access to harmful items, and having a plan in place to prevent self - harm. Searching belongings is part of suicide precautions. Obtaining details about the plan and having the client sign a contract are important but secondary to ensuring the client is under proper precautions for safety.

Answer:

B. Ensure that the client is placed on suicide precautions.