The nurse counseling the parents of an adolescent child who has stated "life isn't worth living anymore." Which intervention should the nurse discuss with them?
A) Do not take suicide ideation, gestures, and attempts too seriously in this age group.
B) Treat the adolescent with suicide ideation in the home for as long as possible.
C) Talking is more effective than listening about a child's sadness or unhappiness.
D) Consider using a no-suicide contract with the child.
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