You are dispatched to a suicide attempt.You arrive to find a 16-year-old,who is extremely agitated and pacing up and down in the living room of his house.Apparently,he had threatened to go out,get a gun,and shoot himself.The parents called it in as an attempted suicide.The scene is safe and there are apparently no weapons accessible to the patient.Which of the following would NOT be appropriate in caring for this patient?

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Making certain the patient gets between you and the door is not appropriate as it may make the patient feel trapped and increase their anxiety. Instead, try to position yourself in a way that provides a route of escape for both you and the patient if needed.

You Are Dispatched to a Suicide Attempt