Suicide AssessmentFall 2017 NURS 660 Exam 1 Study Guide
Suicide Risk Scale Sex: men kill selves 3x more frequently than women. Age: greater risk among 19 yrs or younger, and 45 yrs or older. Depressed: 30x more than non-depressed. Previous attempters: 64x that of general population. Ethanol abuser: about 15% of alcoholics commit suicide. Rational Thinking loss: psychosis, mania, depression or OBS. Social support lacking: especially a recent loss of support. Organised plan: either directly or indirectly communicated. No spouse: single, divorced, widowed or separated. Sickness: severe, chronic or debilitating illness. Scoring: 1 point is scored for each factor present.
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2017 nurs 660 exam 1 study guide