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    ATI PN Nursing Care of Children 2020 with NGN II Proctored Exam

    A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a group of parents about adolescent suicide. Which of the following findings poses the highest risk of suicide completion in adolescents?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A reason: While parental divorce can be a stressful event for adolescents, it alone does not pose the highest risk of suicide completion. Choice B reason: Parental substance use disorder can contribute to a challenging family environment, but it is not the highest risk factor for suicide completion in adolescents. Choice C reason: Loss of family income can create stress and instability, but it is not the highest risk factor for suicide completion. Choice D reason: Bipolar disorder, especially when combined with depressive symptoms, significantly increases the risk of suicide in adolescents. It is important to monitor adolescents with bipolar disorder closely and provide appropriate mental health support and intervention. While other factors mentioned can contribute to a child's overall well-being, they do not carry the same level of direct risk for suicide completion as bipolar disorder with depressive symptoms.

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