A depressed adult is hospitalized after a suicide attempt. The patient receives an antidepressant medication, is closely supervised, attends a variety of group therapies and activities, watches television during free time, and talks to visitors in the evening. Which additional intervention is needed in the patient's care?
A) Milieu therapy
B) Adequate drug therapy
C) Increased contact with significant others
D) Meaningful communication with nursing staff
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