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    Ati Mental Health Proctored Exam 3

    A nurse in an acute care mental health facility is assessing a client who has bipolar disorder. Which of the following findings indicates the client is at risk for suicide?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Impulsivity, a hallmark of mania, can increase the risk of suicidal behavior, particularly if the client makes rash decisions without regard for consequences. B. Identifying with problems expressed by others does not necessarily indicate suicidal thoughts, but rather may show empathy or a desire for connection. C. Wanting to go home may indicate longing for normalcy, but by itself, it does not suggest imminent risk for suicide. D. Playing basketball can indicate engagement with others and an improvement in mood or functioning, rather than an increased suicide risk.

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