A 31-year-old female with a history of depression took some pills in a suicide attempt. Her husband is visibly upset and her three young children are crying as you place her into the ambulance. She is conscious and stable as you transport her to the hospital. During the transport, she tearfully states she did not mean to take the pills and asks if she is going to die. In regards to therapeutic communication, which one of the following is your best response?

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Option B is the best response as it acknowledges the patient's concern for her well-being, while also providing reassurance that she is stable and receiving appropriate care. Option A may minimize her feelings and Option C or D may seem judgmental and invalidate her experiences.

A 31-Year-Old Female with a History of Depression Took Some