After assessing a client, a nurse noted: "The client was tearful, tried to commit suicide, had no immediate plan for another suicide attempt, was unable to concentrate, and reported having trouble sleeping and having little or no appetite." The nurse also noted that the client's appearance was unkempt, and the client spoke with a low monotone voice and was unable to establish and maintain eye contact. Based on this information, which nursing diagnosis would be the most appropriate?

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The client's history of a recent suicide attempt in conjunction with signs of depression, such as difficulty sleeping, lack of appetite, and inability to concentrate, put the client at risk for suicide. The information described in the nurse's observations does not support ineffective role performance, infection, or self-mutilation.

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