A patient states: "I'm not worth anything.I have negative thoughts about myself.I want to go to sleep and never wake up." Which nursing intervention has the highest priority?

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The nurse would place a priority on monitoring and reinforcing suicide self-restraint because it relates directly and immediately to patient safety.Patient safety is always a priority concern.The nurse would also be expected to monitor and reinforce all patient attempts to control anxiety,improve sleep patterns,and develop self-esteem while giving priority attention to suicide self-restraint.

A Patient States: "I'm Not Worth Anything