The nurse's priority intervention for a newly hospitalized suicidal client is to:

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Obtaining a no-suicide contract is the priority intervention for a newly hospitalized suicidal client as it helps establish a commitment to safety and can serve as a starting point for ongoing evaluation of the client's risk for suicide. Requesting the client to describe previous stressors or requiring participation in a group may be helpful interventions but are not the priority at this time. Asking the client to write a list of their weaknesses may worsen their already fragile emotional state and is not an appropriate intervention.

The Nurse's Priority Intervention for a Newly Hospitalized Suicidal Client