Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
A client is depressed and has attempted suicide tells the nurse, 'I should have died because I am totally worthless' which of $t$ responses should the nurse make?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Reflecting the clientÔÇÖs feelings validates their emotions and encourages further dialogue, essential for addressing suicidal thoughts. Dismissing, reassuring prematurely, or questioning defensively may alienate them.