The Nurse Is Planning Care for a Patient Who Was

The nurse is planning care for a patient who was admitted to the hospital after threatening to harm himself when he was stopped by the police for speeding.He was intoxicated at the time of admission and was assessed as being depressed,anxious,and hostile.Which patient outcome is the priority?

A) Patient will remain free from self-harm although hospitalized.
B) Patient will report suicidal ideation or desire to harm self to the staff.
C) Patient will accept referral to the hospital-based substance abuse program.
D) Patient will recognize and interrupt unconscious intentions to harm self.